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Q. I am curious to know as I have read conflicting and heard various interpretations as to whether or not it is safe to continue to breastfeed if you are pregnant? Wouldn't this lead to nipple stimulation which causes contractions and as a result you would lose the baby?? Please let me know. thank you so much.

Julie

A. Dear Julie,

You are exactly right, there are many theories out there about breastfeeding while pregnant. A lot of women breastfeed through out their pregnancies without complications, however if there is a history of recurrent miscarriage or preterm labor, it may not be in the best interest of the patient. If you are considering becoming pregnant while breastfeeding, check in with you health care provider.

Stephanie Ryan, RN, BSN, ICCE, IBCLC answers your breastfeeding questions.