Fellow Lacnetters,

For the last few years, I have found it interesting that the only
subject that people seem to be talking about when discussing using
oral contraceptives while breastfeeding is the effect on milk supply.
I would really like to see some discussion on the potential harm of
using synthetic steroids (that are not exactly like those naturally
produced) on the infant.  I have actually read the product inserts on
several of the contraceptives currently "accepted" for breastfeeding
women; they do not suggest that the product be used until the infant
is weaned.  Any comments from those of you with more expertise than I
have?

TIA,
Shelley McGuire, PhD

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Shelley McGuire
Animal and Vet. Science
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID 83844
(208) 885-6351
FAX: 208-885-6420

"Life itself is the proper binge."
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