i no you are probably thinking its a bit late now but i want to go on it to prevent any more kids
2006-07-15 18:22:05 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
It's recommended that any estrogen-containing contraceptive be avoided until baby is at least six months old AND after baby is well-established on solid foods.
Both progestin (progesterone) and estrogen are approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for use in breastfeeding mothers. There still may be affects on breastfeeding though.
Estrogen-containing contraceptives have been linked to low milk supply and a shorter duration of breastfeeding even when started when baby is older, after milk supply is well established. Not all mothers who take contraceptives containing estrogen will experience a low milk supply, but these unaffected mothers appear to be a very small minority.
Progestin-only contraceptives are the preferred choice for breastfeeding mothers when something hormonal is desired or necessary. (The "mini-pill" called Micronor, the injection Depo Provera, IUD Mirena and the birth control implant Norplant are examples of Progestin-only contraceptives.)
For most mothers, progestin-only forms of contraception do not cause problems with milk supply if started after the 6th-8th week postpartum and if given at normal doses. However, there are many reports (most anecdotal but nevertheless worth paying attention to) that some women do experience supply problems with these pills, so if you choose this method you still need to proceed with some caution.
2006-07-16 03:54:11 · answer #1 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
NO. and about preventing having more kids..they say then when you breast feed it kinda serves as a contraceptive just not a very good one so if you have sex use a condom instead.
2006-07-16 02:54:29 · answer #2 · answered by ashleygravley_18 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doctor prescribed me birth control pills in the hospital right after I had my baby. He knew that I was breast feeding and said there was no problem. I've seen no side effects whatsoever .
2006-07-15 22:35:15 · answer #3 · answered by Karen H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NOOOOOO! Don't use the pill while breast feeding. Have your Dr. or Health Dept. fit you for a diaphram or and IUD or use the "pull out" method. By NO MEANS should you use the pill while breast feeding.
2006-07-15 18:28:06 · answer #4 · answered by buzzbait0u812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes -- there is a pill made especially for this. It is called the mini-pill. Talk to your GYN about it. Just make sure if they prescribe it that you don't miss any. I have heard that even one missed pill can mean pregnancy.
2006-07-16 01:29:18 · answer #5 · answered by aliza1999 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can, progesterin only pill no estrogen and no combination pill! I prefer the IUD though, its great as long as u are in a monogamous relationship
2006-07-15 19:14:22 · answer #6 · answered by watson4_27 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What kind of medical experience tells someone to use the pull out method. Even a tiny drop of precum can have sperm in it and everyone knows that it only takes one sperm to get you pregnant.
2006-07-16 05:25:23 · answer #7 · answered by optimistic_dr3am3r 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my doctor put me straight back on the pill after having my baby. apparently you are at your most fertile after giving birth. i don't know if its true but i wasn't taking any chances.
2006-07-15 20:53:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It won't harm your baby, but might affect your milk supply.
2016-03-27 07:11:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. But for a more reliable answer ask a dr.
2006-07-15 18:28:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋