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Breastfeeding implant — DFSRH MCQ

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A 25-year-old woman is 2 weeks postpartum, breastfeeding and requests an implant before leaving hospital. She has no infection or medical contraindication. What would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: A — The implant can be inserted now

The progestogen-only implant can be used in early breastfeeding postpartum in most cases. CHC is the method restricted in early breastfeeding. Early provision reduces risk of rapid repeat pregnancy.

Reference: FSRH Contraception After Pregnancy Guideline; UKMEC 2025; FSRH Clinical Guidelines; NICE safeguarding guidance