Patient's question:
I have been married to my husband for five years, but we have never wanted children. Recently, we have chosen to take long-term birth control pills to breastfeed. I would like to ask if it's okay to take birth control pills after meals? I am very worried about accidentally getting pregnant, and if that happens, it will be very troublesome. I also care very much about my own body.Doctor's answer:
The best time to take birth control pills is 72 hours before or after intercourse. The earlier you take birth control pills after intercourse, the more effective they are for breastfeeding. Birth control pills are hormone-containing medications, and long-term use may lead to hormonal imbalances in women, endocrine disorders, irregular menstruation, and in severe cases, infertility. It is recommended to use condoms for breastfeeding, as they pose no harm to the body. Alternatively, you can opt for an intrauterine device (IUD) for long-term breastfeeding.