Question

A 32-year-old breastfeeding woman presents 3 weeks postpartum requesting contraception. She has no medical comorbidities and is fully breastfeeding. According to Canadian guidance, which contraceptive method is most appropriate to start now?

Accepted Answer

Progestin-only pill.

Answer

Combined oestrogen-progestin oral contraceptive pill.

Answer

No contraception is needed while breastfeeding.

Answer

Oestrogen-containing transdermal patch.

Answer

Combined hormonal vaginal ring.

Practice question

A 32-year-old breastfeeding woman presents 3 weeks postpartum requesting contraception. She has no medical comorbidities and is fully breastfeeding. According to Canadian guidance, which contraceptive method is most appropriate to start now?