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Breastfeeding contraception choice — DFSRH MCQ

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A 29-year-old is 3 weeks postpartum, breastfeeding and wants reliable contraception. She has no sex since birth and no medical problems. What is the most appropriate contraceptive method today?

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Correct answer: E — POP

Progestogen-only contraception can be started soon after childbirth and is compatible with breastfeeding. CHC is unsuitable this early postpartum because of thrombotic and breastfeeding considerations. Waiting until 6 weeks is unnecessary because ovulation can return before then.

Reference: FSRH Contraception After Pregnancy; FSRH Progestogen-only Pills