>Have a mom who, for private reasons, must take the day after pill (4 of them
>within the next 12 hours).  She was told she had to pump and dump for the
>next 2 days.  I believe the pills are called Ovral, but the Dr.s writing
>leaves a bit to be desired!  :)
>Is the pump and dump neccessary, or can she BF?


Jay:

        Ovral is a combination birth control pill( 50 ug estradiol + 0.5
norgestrel).  It is used as the day after pill because it alters the
endometrium and prevents nidation,  or implantation of the ovum.  Although
the dose is high (4 tablets),  I really doubt the occassional use for short
durations(one dose)  is going to hurt a breastfeeding infant.  The question
is,  will it reduce breast milk production ?   I don't really know  but I
doubt it.

Tom Hale, Ph.D.