Question

A 25-year-old woman who is 6 weeks postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding asks about contraception. She has no contraindications to hormonal methods. Which of the following is the most appropriate option to offer at this stage?

Accepted Answer

Progestogen-only pill

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive pill immediately

Answer

No contraception is needed while breastfeeding

Answer

Copper intrauterine device only after 6 months

Answer

Combined transdermal patch

Practice question

A 25-year-old woman who is 6 weeks postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding asks about contraception. She has no contraindications to hormonal methods. Which of the following is the most appropriate option to offer at this stage?