Patient's question:
I've been breastfeeding my child at home for three months since giving birth. My period has returned to normal now, and menopause is also normal. I'm very afraid of getting pregnant again accidentally, as I can't handle it alone. I was thinking of taking combined oral contraceptives because it's simpler. Can I take birth control pills while breastfeeding?Doctor's answer:
Do not take birth control pills as much as possible during breastfeeding, because the child is still breastfeeding and it is feared that it will affect the child's growth and development. Birth control pills contain hormones, so other contraceptive measures can be adopted, such as wearing condoms or having sex during the safe period, which have a relatively small chance of pregnancy. If the mother frequently takes birth control pills, it may lead to menstrual disorders and endocrine disorders again, which is not good for a woman's body.