Planning Postpartum with ADHD: Meds, Breastfeeding & Placenta Encapsulation in South Jersey
This post is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
Updated September 2025.
Becoming a mom is hard enough for neurotypicals, but sprinkle in some SPICE and oof… it’s no joke. For lots of ADHD moms, stimulant medication like Adderall is absolutely necessary for functioning. So what happens when you're pregnant or breastfeeding? Can you still take your Adderall?
Of course, there’s no easy answer, but what happens quite often is that women are told to “just stop” taking their ADHD meds.
And then what? They head home with a big ol’ WTF on their faces, wondering how the hell they’re supposed to manage without it.
It makes zero sense — how is it 2025 and Big Pharma still hasn’t prioritized solutions for women’s mental health in pregnancy and postpartum? (I mean, I’m positive that if men could get pregnant, we’d have ten FDA-approved options by now.) Instead, moms are left scrambling — forced to choose between untreated ADHD and unclear risks.
This is the reality too many women face. And it’s not okay.
Let’s break this into two sections: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding, because your options vary depending on where you are in your motherhood adventure.
ADHD Meds During Pregnancy
When you find out you're pregnant, the list of new “do’s and don’ts” can feel endless. For moms with ADHD, one of the first questions is: Can I keep taking my meds!?!
Here’s the truth: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Research on ADHD medications during pregnancy is limited, and many recommendations come from caution more than evidence.
That lack of research sure isn’t surprising. Women’s health—especially neurodivergent women’s health—has been under-studied for eternity. ADHD in women is often misdiagnosed or dismissed, and there seems to be a pervasive belief that we can just “deal with it” during pregnancy.
But what is the most important thing you need to know is that regardless of what your OB says, you do have options. Working with a provider trained in perinatal mental health (such as those trained by Postpartum Support International) can help you weigh the risks and benefits in an informed way.
This is super important because suddenly quitting ADHD medication without a plan can increase the risk of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), make executive functioning nearly impossible, and lead to burnout.
ADHD Medications & Breastfeeding
Once your baby is Earthside, the question then becomes: Can I breastfeed while on ADHD meds? Is it safe for my baby? Will it affect my breastmilk?
According to resources like Hale’s Medications & Mothers’ Milk and the InfantRisk Center, many ADHD medications may be compatible with breastfeeding in certain circumstances. Each situation is unique, just like every mom and every baby and placenta is unique, which is why it’s important that you work with a provider who specializes in perinatal psych meds.
Untreated ADHD in the postpartum period increases risks of overwhelm, sensory overload, disorganization, missed feeding cues, and PMADs. Your mental health is so important when it comes to bonding with your baby and sustaining breastfeeding, so I encourage you not to just take your obstetrician’s word for it without seeking someone with advanced training on the subject.
Why So Many ADHD Moms Choose Placenta Encapsulation in South Jersey
I didn’t know I was an ADHDer until 2023. I was 49 years old.
Since then, I’ve been paying attention, and here’s something I’ve noticed: the majority of my placenta encapsulation clients are ADHDers or women with ADHD traits—and I think I understand why.
As you know, ADHD brains come in all flavors, and both ends of the spectrum seem to find value in placenta pills:
The Planners: These ADHD moms are spreadsheet warriors, list-makers, early bookers, and “I’m not taking any chances” types. Placenta encapsulation is one more box they can check before baby arrives. It’s proactive, empowering, and gives them a sense of control in a season that can feel kind of chaotic.
The Over-Thinkers / Hyperfixators / Research Lovers: Some ADHD moms deep dive and read every study, make pro/con lists, consider every possible option, and sometimes get stuck in analysis paralysis. Placenta pills offer a concrete, actionable step. It’s research-backed enough to satisfy their curiosity, yet simple enough to actually do.
The Spontaneous / Overwhelmed: Some ADHD moms thrive on spontaneity or get paralyzed when they’re presented with too many options. For them, placenta pills are a simple, actionable step they can take without overthinking. Plus, they don’t have to sit through long classes or do any complicated prep work.
The Risk-Takers: ADHDers tend to be curious and willing to try alternative approaches if there’s even a small chance it might help. These are the “jump in first, ask how cold it is later” types. Placenta encapsulation is proactive, evidence-informed, and totally in line with that mindset.
The Non-Conformists: Most ADHD moms trust their own judgment. Whether your OB rolls their eyes or your partner questions your choices, you shrug it off. We’re used to doing things on our own terms—and protecting our mental health and postpartum recovery is no exception.
The Justice-Seekers: Many ADHD moms have a keen sense of fairness and won’t settle for a system that overlooks their needs. Taking your placenta and turning it into something purposeful is a way to reclaim agency, stand up for your mental health, and do right by yourself in a world that often undervalues neurodivergent moms.
I’ll be the first to admit: placenta pills aren’t magic, and of course, there are no guarantees. But encapsulation is one more tool in your postpartum toolkit—something that can support mood, energy, and recovery. And honestly? ADHD moms tend to be the ones willing to give it a shot. As I hear from so many clients: “Can’t hurt, right? I’ll give it a try.”
Benefits of Placenta Pills for South Jersey Moms
Moms everywhere who’ve taken the placenta pill plunge swear they felt:
🌿 More balanced
🌿 “Steady” or “grounded”
🌿 Energized
🌿 Empowered
For many ADHD moms that sense of preparedness and control is everything.
Local Placenta Encapsulation Services in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Dealware
I offer safe, professional, and evidence-informed placenta encapsulation in South Jersey, serving Virtua Voorhees, Cooper Hospital and Pur Lady of Lourdes Hospitals in Camden, Inspira Mullica Hill, and surrounding areas. I pick up placentas within about 90 minutes of my home workspace in Cherry Hill.
And here’s the big piece of the puzzle: when you work with me, you’re not just getting placenta pills. You’re getting your very own doula in your pocket. As a birth educator, experienced doula, and perinatal mental health specialist who truly gets how intense postpartum can be—especially for ADHD and neurodivergent moms—I’m always just a text away.
📍 Serving Cherry Hill, South Jersey, and surrounding areas. Book early—because placenta encapsulation is one thing you can actually check off the list before baby arrives.
ADHD moms deserve options. Whether it’s working with a perinatal provider on safe ADHD medication use or adding placenta encapsulation into your postpartum recovery plan, the goal is the same: supporting you. Because a well-supported mom is unstoppable.
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