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A member asked:

How soon can i go swimming after having a baby? i had a baby 3 weeks ago, i'm not bleeding any & if i do its just spotting.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Check with OB: You should be able to go swimming at this point, but i would check with your OB first.

Answered 6/10/2014

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