From the Texas Dept of Health pamphlet, "Breastfeeding and Family Planning" 
Stock no. 13-101, revised 06-03:

"Emergency Contraception - IUD within 5 days after sex or pill with estrogen 
and progestin taken within 72 hours after sex; short term method

Number of women (out of 100) who get pregnant in one year using it the usual 
way: 1-2

Is it safe to use while breastfeeding? Yes for IUD; pills may delay or 
prevent milk production

Does it protect against sexually transmitted infections? No

Do you need to see a health care provider to use it? Yes"

Kathy Eng, BSW, IBCLC 

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