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I have a 3mos. old baby, i haven't got my period since i gave birth. im breastfeeding mom, can i take daphne pills even if i haven't got my period?

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Dr. Stephen Richards answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Contraception/Pills: Daphne is a progestin only pill and will not interrupt your milk supply. Safe to take during lactation and can start now. Use back up birth control a couple of weeks.

Answered 11/3/2015

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