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Contraceptive methods after pregnancy and childbirth. Video
It is important to think about postpartum contraception even before resuming intimate life. The correct approach to this issue will help to avoid not only an unplanned pregnancy, but also many complications that threaten a woman during the recovery period after childbirth.
Contraception after pregnancy: video
After carrying and giving birth to a child, a woman’s body needs some time for all systems and organs that have undergone increased stress and changes during pregnancy to return to their usual state. This usually takes about 7-8 weeks. During this time, the hormonal background is restored and the first ovulation after pregnancy can occur.
To avoid the risk of infection and give the body sufficient time to recover from childbirth, it is recommended to resume intimate life after 6-8 weeks.
Breastfeeding and ovulation
It is believed that while a mother is breastfeeding, she cannot get pregnant. This is a rather controversial statement. The increased content of prolactin during this period can actually inhibit the maturation of the egg, but does not guarantee protection against pregnancy.
Barrier contraception is a fairly effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies. In addition to the fact that the cap, diaphragm and condom are 93% protected from fertilization of the egg, they will protect the woman’s body, which is vulnerable during this period, from infection.
Oral contraceptives and hormonal injections
In the postpartum period, the use of estrogen-free oral contraceptives is recommended. These are usually drugs that only contain a progestin. This hormone does not affect the mother’s milk production and is safe for the baby.
Progestin inhibits egg maturation and increases the viscosity of the cervical mucus, which serves as a barrier to sperm
A hormone injection with a progestin can last for several years. The injection efficiency is quite high. The disadvantages of this method can be changes in the monthly cycle and a long duration of menstruation.
The effectiveness of spermicides
Suppositories, gels and spermicide ointments are chemical contraceptives. The chemicals in these contraceptives have a destructive effect on sperm. These funds do not affect lactation, are not absorbed into the mother’s blood and are not passed on to the baby through milk. Funds are inserted into the vagina before each intercourse. The disadvantage of such contraceptives may be their low efficiency, about 70-75%.
In pleasant chores about the child, try not to forget about your health and visit your gynecologist twice a year
Intrauterine devices are an effective and convenient means of preventing unwanted pregnancy. The percentage of protection against unwanted pregnancy with an IUD is more than 99%. After natural childbirth, the spiral can be installed after 6 weeks, after cesarean section – after six months.