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I'm barley leaking breast milk.. but i'm still using breath pads.. and sleeping in my bra.. with a sports bra.. what can i do to dry up faster?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Avoid stimulation : Avoid nipple stimulation. If you are done with breast feeding that will help. Also going on oral contraceptives for birth control will decrease production as well. Time in general will usually resolve the. Situation.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I'm barley leaking breast milk.. but i'm still using breath pads.. and sleeping in my bra.. with a sports bra.. what can i do to dry up faster?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

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