Breastfeeding and the Pill Safe?

I would definitely double check with your pharmacist. I was on the mini-pill or pop pill during breast feeding both my girls. It was great with no side-effects to speak of.

Sorry for the late response....
I am a pharmacist too, and you should not be on an estrogen containing pill while pregnant. Like the others said the Micronor or generic equivilant is the only pill for breastfeeding women.
It worries me that your doctor prescribed it. They should know better! I would wonder what other bad advice have they given.
Good luck.

Hey L., I'm a pharmacist and know it is not the best choice for you. Your doctor should give you a progesterone only pill called micronor or you can have the shot called depo-provera that lasts for 3 months and doesn't require you to take a daily pill. These are the safest choices for you. Did your doctor know you are breast feeding?
Congratulations on your new baby girl

There is a progestin only pill that is safe for use when breastfeeding. The brand name is Micronor and the generic is Jolivette. Once you stop breastfeeding, your doc can change you back to a "normal" pill.

L.,

I agree with others. Breastfeeding mothers shouldn't be on the pill. My doctor told me I shouldn't take it because it can decrease my supply and also change the taste of my milk.

Hope this helps,
C.

Nursing will cause you to stop to menstrating, especially if your are nursing and not supplementing with bottles. So you really don't need to worry about birth control at this point. Once you start to menstrate again, then you can worry about it.
T. Bialek D.C.