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Breastfeeding-safe repellent guidance

EPA-registered repellents are considered compatible with breastfeeding; wash hands before nursing and avoid the chest area.

Steps

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  1. 01
    Use any EPA-registered repellent per label - DEET, picaridin, IR3535, OLE/PMD.
  2. 02
    Avoid applying directly on the chest/breast skin.
  3. 03
    Wash hands and any incidental skin before nursing.
  4. 04
    Permethrin-treated clothing is safe to wear while breastfeeding.

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