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Is it safe to breastfeed a week after Microneedling?

Melodyzazueta17Feb 1, 2022
I wanted to get microneedling but have read the numbing cream isn’t safe for breastfeeding moms. Will I still be able to breastfeed after a week of getting microneedling?

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