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How soon can you get pregnant after giving birth while breastfeeding?If you’re not breastfeeding, you can get pregnant again as soon as three weeks after giving birth. However, a review of studies in 2011 found that most women did not ovulate until six weeks after giving birth, this is different if you choose to breastfeed. If you are exclusively breastfeeding (i.e. feeding your baby only breast milk) this can work as a method of birth control for up to six months after giving birth. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to know when that first ovulation is going to arrive - you might not know it’s happened until you get your first period after pregnancy, by which point you’ve already been fertile. There are a couple of options available to help you detect ovulation. LH tests can detect a surge in hormones before ovulation, while taking your basal body temperature can confirm ovulation has happened. Do I ovulate while breastfeeding?You’re extremely unlikely to ovulate in the first weeks after giving birth, and if you are only feeding your baby breast milk then ovulation is likely to be delayed further. Of course, if you’re not ovulating, then you can’t get pregnant. However, since the signs of ovulation are extremely subtle, you likely won’t be able to tell when it’s coming and prepare for it. You should get the opportunity to get contraceptive counseling with your doctor both before and after the birth of your baby. This is a good time to consider your birth control options and ask questions as you might want to try a different method of birth control than what you’ve used previously. Chances of getting pregnant while breastfeedingIf used perfectly, breastfeeding as a birth control can be as much as 98% effective. This means you are only giving your baby breast milk, and only for the first six months. After this time the chances of becoming pregnant will increase. Of course, this varies from woman to woman, and while for some it might take a longer time for ovulation to resume, once it does there is a risk you might get pregnant. If we look at birth control effectiveness, and take couples who have regular sex without using any protection there is an 85% chance they will fall pregnant within a year. Again, if you are breastfeeding exclusively, then ovulation is likely to be halted for the first months after giving birth and you can rely on breastfeeding as contraception during this time. Pregnant while breastfeeding symptomsThe symptoms of early pregnancy can be hard to detect at the best of times, but if you’re looking after a little one and you’re having irregular cycles, it might be extra hard to detect a pregnancy. However, some symptoms of becoming pregnant while breastfeeding include:
The symptoms of early pregnancy are also very similar to those of PMS, so it can be a little confusing - especially if you have been experiencing irregular cycles after giving birth. If you’re in doubt, take a pregnancy test and consult with your doctor if you still have concerns. Birth control and breastfeedingYou can use both hormonal and non-hormonal birth control while breastfeeding. However, for the first three weeks after giving birth you should avoid birth control containing the hormone estrogen. You might want to try a non-hormonal birth control method post-pregnancy - or if the pill has always worked for you, you might reach for the packet again. Either way, it’s a good time to have a discussion about the available methods with a healthcare professional. Using Natural Cycles while breastfeedingNatural Cycles is an FDA Cleared app and thermometer that helps you understand your own personal fertile window. Natural Cycles has three modes that adapt to your unique fertility journey: NC° Birth Control, NC° Plan Pregnancy and NC° Follow Pregnancy. Regardless of whether or not you choose to breastfeed, we recommend you start using Natural Cycles once you get your first period after giving birth. You can use Natural Cycles earlier, but keep in mind that until your first ovulation has been detected, NC° Birth Control will give you only red days. We hope you’ve learned lots about breastfeeding, preventing pregnancy, and when you’re likely to ovulate again after giving birth. There’s lots more to learn about your body and whether you’re looking to plan or prevent pregnancy, Natural Cycles is a great tool that gives you personal insights into your own cycle. Are you ready to take control of your fertility? Your new baby is here, and you know that you’re not ready to get pregnant again. So what type of birth control is best while you
breastfeed? You have a little time to decide. Most doctors recommend that new moms not have sex until after the 6-week checkup. So, you may not even need birth control before your baby is 6 weeks old. When the time comes, you'll have
a lot of options for contraception. You may have heard that some could curb your milk supply, which would make it harder to feed your baby. It’s true that some hormones may have that effect. But not all do. There are two types of birth control pills: Estrogen may mean you make less milk. So when you tell your doctor that you’re breastfeeding, they'll probably prescribe the mini-pill. It shouldn’t affect your milk supply at all. If your doctor thinks combination pills are better for you than the mini-pill, they’ll likely wait 5 or 6 weeks, before they prescribe one for
you. There's another reason why you may need to wait before you take combination pills -- they make blood clots more likely in the first few weeks after you have a baby. So, it’s wise for all women -- even those who bottle-feed -- to hold off on them during the first month after
childbirth. If you want long-term birth-control that isn’t permanent, you may want to consider an IUD (intrauterine device). Your doctor can insert it into your uterus after you give birth or 6 weeks
later during an office visit. You don’t have to remember to take a pill daily or do anything special before sex for an IUD to work. Two types are available: one that’s copper and another that contains the hormone progestin. Either one is fine for nursing moms. The copper IUD has no hormones to affect your milk supply. The other has low levels of progestin, which won’t cause problems with your supply. You may want to wait until your 6-week checkup to get your IUD inserted. If you get
it right after your baby is born, there’s a chance that your body will push it out. These hormone-based birth control methods last longer than a daily pill, and some won’t reduce your milk supply. Implants. You can prevent
pregnancy for up to 3 years with a special stick that’s the size of a match. Your doctor implants it just under your skin in your upper arm. This form of birth control only has the hormone progestin, so it doesn’t affect your milk supply. Injections. Your doctor can give you birth control shots every 3 months. They have more progestin than implants do. Patches. You peel a birth control patch and stick it on your back, arm, stomach or butt for a week at a time. The patch contains two hormones, estrogen and progestin, like combination birth control pills. Your doctor may not think it’s best for you while you nurse a baby. If they prescribe it, wait 6 weeks, until your milk supply is set. Vaginal ring. You place it inside your vagina and keep it there for 3 weeks at a time. This form of birth control has estrogen and progestin. Because you’re breastfeeding, your doctor may not want you to use it for the first 6 weeks after you have your baby. Barrier MethodsThese devices, which have no hormones, include: Condoms. They’re easy to use and can prevent pregnancy if you use them the right way every time. If you also use a spermicide (a foam or cream that kills sperm), you’ll lower your chances of getting pregnant even more. Spermicide doesn’t have any hormones in it. Diaphragm. Your doctor can fit you for it 6 or more weeks after your baby is born. That gives your body enough time to get back to normal after childbirth. If you had a diaphragm before your pregnancy, ask your doctor whether it still fits. Many women need a new size after childbirth. Cervical cap. This device covers the cervix (the opening to your uterus). If you already have one from before you were pregnant, ask your doctor to check to see if you can still use it. Your cervix expands quite a bit during childbirth, so you may need a new one. How long can breastfeeding prevent pregnancy?But breastfeeding isn't a long-term natural birth control method — you can only rely on breastfeeding to prevent pregnancy for the first 6 months of your baby's life. Sometimes, you might get your period even before that. After you get your period or your baby is 6 months old, you'll need another kind of birth control.
What birth control is best while breastfeeding?Yes, if you're breastfeeding, you can safely use hormonal methods. They won't hurt you or your baby. You can start using the shot, implant, Skyla and Mirena IUDs, and some types of birth control pills (called mini-pills) right after giving birth.
What happens if you are breastfeeding and get pregnant?Can breastfeeding interfere with your pregnancy if you do get pregnant? It is generally considered safe to continue to breastfeed once you become pregnant. However, some women may experience cramping due to the release of small amounts of oxytocin (the same hormone that causes contractions) during breastfeeding.
Can you get pregnant while breastfeeding if you don't have a period?Yes, it's possible to get pregnant any time from about three weeks after giving birth. This is true even if you're breastfeeding and haven't had a period yet. Many women are less fertile while they're breastfeeding, especially in the early weeks and months.
Can a woman get pregnant by breastfeeding?Can I get pregnant while I'm nursing? The simple answer is that you can get pregnant while nursing. However, many moms experience a time of delayed fertility during breastfeeding. This is very common and is referred to in many places as the Lactation Amenorrhea Method (LAM) of contraception.
How will I know if I'm pregnant while breastfeeding?Pregnant while breastfeeding symptoms
However, some symptoms of becoming pregnant while breastfeeding include: Missed/late period. Tiredness. Nausea.
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