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About Bridgette Wagner
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I can answer questions on breastfeeding basics, dealing with engorgement, dealing with low milk supply, dealing with an overbundant supply, picking out a good pump and making it work, how to breastfeed and keep a career, how to do certain positions, how to make a good latch, along with answering so much more on the topic.

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I am a mother of a toddler who nursed up until 18 months and then self-weaned and an infant who I'm exclusively nursing at the time. I enjoy researching all that I can about breastfeeding as I have a passion for it and believe that every woman is capable of succeeding, if only with a little help.
 
   

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Breastfeeding - How to dry up my breast milk


Expert: Bridgette Wagner - 9/15/2006

Question
I need to know what I can do to dry up my breast milk. I am no longer breastfeeding, and my breasts keep filling up.
        Thank You,
      Sherrie

Answer
Hi Sherrie,

 Your breastmilk will naturally dry up over time although it can take up to a few months to dry completely.  If you are leaking contanstly and are very bothered by it you should ask your doctor about getting a prescription that will dry up your milk.  

 Hope that helps!

     Bridgette W.

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