A member asked:

Can i breastfeed while on mirena (levonorgestrel)?

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Dr. Stephen Richards answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Yep: No problem- safe for baby and you.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes! Very safe.: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) IUD is one of the BEST forms of birth control available, it lasts 5 years, is ~99.5% effective, and thins the uterine lining so that you get lighter periods. 20% of women will stop having periods after 1 year and that's perfectly healthy. Effects in the uterus and so it won't affect or be affected by other medicadtion; very safe method; biggest risk after insertion is expulsion (1-2%).

Answered 5/28/2015

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