But always it is necessary to consider, that during lactemia the quantity of admissible contraceptive medicines is reduced to one or two. So how do you understand the methods of contraception and do not harm the child?
Consider all the main methods of contraception for nursing mothers.
Doctors always inform the woman who gave birth that breastfeeding is a 100% guarantee not to become pregnant during this period. Maybe someone will be upset, but this is absolutely not the case. In order for lactation to serve as a kind of guarantee, it is necessary to observe several other parameters:
- absence of menstruation;
- the child's age is up to six months;
- the number of attachments to the breast for a day should be at least 8-9 times;
- the amount of additional food for a child per day is not more than 10-15%, including water and juice.
If at least one of the items is not observed, then it is still necessary to start using one of the contraceptive methods for nursing mothers.
Most women who strictly follow all the rules can sleep peacefully. Although, from any rule there are exceptions, and this method can also be erroneous. It all depends on the individual characteristics of the nursing mother.
Hormonal preparations.
Taking hormonal contraceptives is allowed already from 5-6 weeks after pregnancy. The basis of these drugs is the hormone gestagen. It is believed that such drugs have minimal effect on the female and the body and, as a consequence, on the baby's organism.
Hormonal contraceptives are divided into three groups:
- capsules for implantation under the skin (valid for 5 years);
- mini-pills (they should be taken daily without interruption);
- injections (made every three months).
Of course, before you start using any of the above contraceptives, a nursing mother should get a specialist consultation.
Mechanical methods of contraception for nursing mothers.
These drugs include diaphragm, spermicide and condom.
Condoms are the most common contraceptive. They are suitable for preventing unwanted pregnancies both before and after childbirth. This is the simplest method, which is in free sale. Usually condoms protect against unwanted pregnancy by 100%, not allowing sperm to penetrate the uterus, but exceptions can also be. Therefore, to acquire this remedy is only in specialized places, for example, in the pharmacy, and not in the kiosks.
The diaphragm is a kind of dome-shaped cap made of latex. She covers the cervix and does not allow spermatozoa to hit the target. "Put on" the diaphragm can be independently sitting, standing or lying down. How convenient. It is always necessary to monitor the appearance of cracks and, if detected, immediately remove the diaphragm from the body. Has no contraindications. Do not use if you are allergic to latex, as, in principle, and condoms.
Spermicides are also on sale and are released without a doctor's prescription. Drugs can be in the form of tablets, gels, foam, spray, ointments and suppositories. This contraception should be used immediately before each sexual intercourse. Under the influence of such drugs, all the spermatozoa die. The minus of spermicides is that allergies and irritation of the vaginal mucosa can occur. Also, if a woman is pregnant and, not knowing about it, continues to take spermicides, this will have a very negative effect on the future child. Even can lead to fetal malformation. It is worth remembering that when using this method of contraception, still 100% protection from unwanted pregnancy does not exist. Studies have shown that spermicides protect only by 30%.
Another of the most common methods of contraception is the introduction of a spiral . This contraceptive is valid for 3 to 5 years. On lactation, the introduction of the spiral has absolutely no effect. It can be used as early as week 9 after childbirth. Of course, every drug has its own minuses and contraindications. By cons are more painful periods, the possibility of intrauterine pregnancy and, finally, the loss of the spiral. The spiral of a new kind has already appeared. It has a container that contains a certain amount of a synthetic analogue of the hormone progesterone. The point is that gradually this hormone is released, which prevents the penetration of spermatozoa into the uterus and reduces their activity. In addition to the remedy for unwanted pregnancy, a spiral with such properties can be prescribed for therapeutic purposes with many gynecological diseases.
Combined oral contraceptives can also be used. They are tablets, which consist of two hormones. Hence the name "combined". The meaning of the action is to suppress the maturation of the egg, contribute to the thickening of the mucus and, as a consequence, the obstruction of the spermatozoa. Because of their properties, combined oral contraceptives used to be one of the most effective means of protecting against unwanted pregnancy. Now everything has changed radically. In view of the fact that there are safer contraceptives for breastfeeding mothers, the use of combined contraceptives is not recommended at all.
So, it is worth recalling again, using any methods of contraception for nursing mothers, before using it is necessary to consult with a doctor. A young mother is responsible not only for herself, but also for the health of an infant. Also, the use of contraceptives following the instructions, significantly increases its effectiveness and protects against unwanted pregnancy.