Q&A: Can I Go Scuba Diving?
We're going on vacation and I want to go scuba diving. Will scuba diving affect my breast milk?
No. Breathing compressed air does add nitrogen to your system (including your breast milk) for a short time, but there doesn’t seem to be any risk involved with this at all. So go ahead and dive. (You might want to feed baby or pump just before you head out, though. The pressure of a tight wet suit could lead to a plugged duct.)
Please note: The Bump and the materials and information it contains are not intended to, and do not constitute, medical or other health advice or diagnosis and should not be used as such. You should always consult with a qualified physician or health professional about your specific circumstances.
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