Not sure about the copper passing through to breastmilk, but when I had this 
device 30 years ago, it was deemed to be unsafe and removed from myself as 
well as the market in Australia.

Cheers
Eva Hoebee
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jaye Simpson, IBCLC" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2012 11:24 AM
Subject: Copper IUD


> Hi All,
>
>
> Cross-posting.  Does anyone know if the copper from a copper IUD passes 
> into
> breastmilk?  A mom heard about the copper toxicity that some moms deal 
> with
> when getting a copper IUD.  This toxicity can mimic PPD.  I know this can
> and does happen as one of my clients just recently dealt with it. 
> But...the
> copper in the breastmilk aspect...any thoughts?
>
>
>
> Warmly,
>
> Jaye
>
>
>
> PS - thank you so much for the help for the mom in Perth!  J
>
>
>
> Jaye Simpson, CLE, IBCLC, CIIM, MoM
>
> Breastfeeding Network
>
> www.breastfeedingnetwork.net
>
>
>
>
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