Question

A 32-year-old woman, 6 weeks postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding, requests contraception. She has no risk factors for venous thromboembolism. According to UK guidance, which is the most appropriate contraceptive option at this time?

Accepted Answer

Progestogen-only pill

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive pill

Answer

Copper intrauterine device is contraindicated while breastfeeding

Answer

No contraception is needed while breastfeeding

Answer

Oestrogen-only transdermal patch

Practice question

A 32-year-old woman, 6 weeks postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding, requests contraception. She has no risk factors for venous thromboembolism. According to UK guidance, which is the most appropriate contraceptive option at this time?