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Can I Do Velashape While Breastfeeding?

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NounaMay 6, 2011

Velashape massage has any side effect for the baby while breastfeeding? Shall I wait until I finish breastfeeding my baby to do velashape massage or there is no side effect whatsoever?

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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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