What New Moms Need to Know Before Booking That Appointment
At bŏdze, we believe that looking and feeling your best should never come at the expense of you or your child’s well-being. If you’re a new mom eager to return to your wrinkle relaxer routine, it’s only natural to wonder: Can I get Botox while I’m breastfeeding?
Let’s take a closer look at what medical experts say and why a little patience might be the best approach.
The Short Answer: It’s Not Recommended
While wrinkle relaxers like Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, and Daxxify are widely used for softening fine lines and restoring a refreshed look, they are not recommended during breastfeeding. This isn’t because we know they are harmful, it’s because we simply don’t know enough.
Botulinum toxin, the active ingredient in these treatments, hasn’t been thoroughly studied in breastfeeding individuals. For ethical and safety reasons, most clinical trials avoid involving pregnant or nursing patients. As a result, there’s no solid data on whether small doses of this neurotoxin might pass into breast milk or affect your baby in any way.
And when it comes to the safety of your child, uncertainty alone is enough reason to pause.
Why Some Consider It “Low Risk” But Still Not Worth It
You might come across anecdotes or opinions suggesting that cosmetic Botox poses little to no risk while breastfeeding. After all, the doses used for aesthetic purposes are extremely small and remain localized under the skin.
But “low risk” doesn’t mean no risk.
Even if there have been no widely reported complications in nursing mothers receiving Botox, the lack of documented cases doesn’t mean it’s 100% safe. Responsible providers, including our own team at bŏdze, prefer to err on the side of caution when it comes to your and your baby’s health.
What Our Team Recommends
At bŏdze, your well-being and safety are always our highest priority. Our patient-centered approach means we’ll never recommend or perform a treatment unless we’re confident it’s in your best interest. That’s why we advise waiting until you’ve fully completed your breastfeeding journey before resuming any neurotoxin injections.
In the meantime, we offer a wide range of safe, non-invasive treatments that can help you feel refreshed and cared for without compromising your health. From customized facials, microneedling, and advanced skin care with our medical aesthetician Faith Sunter, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
We know it can be frustrating to hit pause on your aesthetic routine, especially when you’re navigating the emotional and physical changes that come with new motherhood. But this temporary pause is rooted in protection.
When the time is right, our team will be here to help you return to your aesthetic goals confidently and safely.
