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Is it safe to take caffeine free water pills while i'm breastfeeding? will it harm my baby in any way?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Ask your pediatric: Doc, i would not recommend it.

Dr Maes and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/23/2014

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