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A member asked:
What do you suggest? 'if i put toddler on my right nipple it bleeds can i just feed her from the left side and pump the right?
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Yes: This would be an effective strategy. You might also want to get checked for the cause of your bleeding as well.
Answered 4/24/2016
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