Gopika Hari

In this discussion, Dr. Gopika Hari, an anesthesia resident, and Dr. Lana Joudeh, a faculty member at MGH, dive into the safety of peripartum opioid use for breastfeeding mothers. They explore the transfer of opioids like morphine and fentanyl into breast milk and the implications for infant safety. The duo emphasizes the balance between effective pain management and monitoring neonatal well-being. They highlight recent studies showing minimal breastfeeding impact from fentanyl and stress the importance of ongoing research for informed clinical practices.