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Coronavirus and breastfeeding: Is it safe to breastfeed if I have COVID?


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There’s no need to stop breastfeeding if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have symptoms. Instead, you should try to avoid spreading the virus to your baby. The below infographic shows some precautions you can take.
Remember: COVID vaccines and booster shots are recommended if you’re breastfeeding. Get the latest advice in our COVID vaccination during pregnancy guide.

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"Breastfeeding and Caring for Newborns if You Have COVID-19." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 20 January 2022, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html
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