i am formula feeding my baby right now but thinking of trying breastfeeding. before i left the hospital i was given the depo shot and was wondering if this would cause her any problems if i did do breastfeeding.
2007-07-25 17:10:15 · 4 answers · asked by Rebel Family 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Depo is the recommended birth control for breastfeeding mothers, if you don't want the pill.
2007-07-25 17:12:55 · answer #1 · answered by Laurellamags 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depo is safe for breastfeeding moms! I've been bf'g for 8 months with Depo as my birth control and have had no milk supply problems.
Moving from formula feeding to breast feeding will be more of a hassle than dealing with Depo. I am very happy to have used it for several years before my pregnancy and not have any problem getting pregnant. I was told at my last injection that the makers have changed their recommendations regarding long-term use of Depo-- apparently they now say you shouldn't take it for more than two years in a row because of possible bone density loss. I guess you can go back to it after a time has passed or if the doctor does a bone scan and finds you don't have problems.
Good luck!
2007-07-26 00:43:23 · answer #2 · answered by dreemac 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depo isn't suppose to hurt your child at all. Call your doctor to hear it from him/her so there's no doubt or worry.
When I really started to look into breastfeeding it felt like I would be a horrible mom not to since it does so much for baby like raising their IQ etc... It'll help you to lose weight. Congrats on making the right decision!!
2007-07-26 00:41:35 · answer #3 · answered by i love being a mommy! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the hormone may decrease your milk supply, you may want to rent or buy a pump to help increase your milk. Talk to a lactation nurse or la leche leauge for more help.
2007-07-26 00:14:28 · answer #4 · answered by parental unit 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋