The Nurse Keith Show: Episode 525 — Exploring Lactation P...

When it comes to providing the best care for new mothers and their infants, nurses are often on the frontlines—supporting, guiding, and answering some of the most pressing questions families face. But what happens when those questions involve medications, breastfeeding, and safety?

On episode 525 of The Nurse Keith Show, host Keith Carlson sits down with Dr. Kaytlin Krutsch, PhD, PharmD, MBA, BCPS—a leading lactation pharmacologist and co-author of Hale’s Medications & Mothers’ Milk 2025–2026. Together, they delve into the fascinating and highly specialized field of lactation pharmacology, a subject every healthcare professional should be familiar with. Listen to the show here.

Dr. Krutsch brings a rare combination of clinical expertise and research insight to the conversation, shedding light on:

The history and evolution of lactation pharmacology as a science.
Why medication safety during breastfeeding is far more complex than most realize.
How nurses, providers, and pharmacists can better support families through evidence-based guidance.

Whether you’re working in maternal-child health, pediatrics, primary care, or any other nursing specialty, understanding the nuances of medication use during lactation can make a profound difference in patient outcomes.

This episode is more than just a discussion—it’s a call to action for nurses to expand their knowledge base in a crucial area of patient care. As Dr. Krutsch makes clear, the science of lactation pharmacology isn’t just for specialists—it’s for everyone in healthcare who wants to ensure safe, informed, and compassionate care for mothers and babies.

Don’t miss this compelling conversation on The Nurse Keith Show—stream episode 525 today!

Want to dive deeper? Grab your copy of Hale’s Medications & Mothers’ Milk 2025–2026—the gold-standard reference for evidence-based guidance on medication use in breastfeeding mothers.