Polly writes:


Most  things I read about radiation talk about how bad it is for 
breastfeeding  mothers...however, if a mom has to have radiation to her uterine area  
following a total hysterectomy wouldn't that area be contained enough to 
make  breastfeeding ok...I want to tell this mom it's ok, but want to check 
with you  experts before I confidently speak to her.
Thanks.
~~~Hi Polly & all:
When I had chronic low back pain and needed an Xray, and my son was a  
breastfeeding toddler, I asked for the lead mitts and held my hands/arms over my 
 breast tissue. A lead apron, could work too as long as it didn't block the 
area  that needed to be radiated. 
 
Just a thought?
 
Judy

Judy LeVan  Fram, PT, IBCLC, LLLL
Brooklyn, NY,  USA
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