07/23/2026
⚠️ Kratom Is Not Safe During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding ⚠️
You may have seen kratom sold as an “energy” drink, tea, or dietary supplement and marketed as a natural alternative to caffeine. While it is legal in many places, “natural” does not mean safe.
Kratom comes from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa plant and contains compounds that act on the brain. At lower doses, it can produce stimulant-like effects, while at higher doses, it can act more like an opioid, causing sedation and slowing breathing. It also has the potential to cause dependence and addiction.
During pregnancy, kratom use has been associated with serious risks, including withdrawal symptoms in newborns after birth. During breastfeeding, the active compounds may pass into breast milk, and the safety for nursing infants has not been established. Because of these concerns, kratom should be avoided during both pregnancy and breastfeeding.
💜 If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, talk with your healthcare provider before taking any herbal supplement or energy product—even those labeled as “natural.”
Let’s work together to keep moms healthy and give babies the safest possible start in life.
