Important things you need to know about contraception
Contraception Questions and Answers
We asked Dr. Mary Short, MP and Secretary General of the European Society of Contraception answer your questions on contraception is to conceive and go back as soon as necessary after birth.
I was pregnant when I was on the pill and did not realize until two months later. Might have harmed my baby? Taking the pill during pregnancy does not appear to cause any serious problems for the fetus, especially at this early stage. Later in pregnancy a girl could have a small amount of genital bleeding. At the time of delivery or within a few days after birth.
I have the hope of getting pregnant, how long should I wait after stopping the pill before trying? Fertility is thought to return to normal within 16 days of stopping the pill, however, you may want to wait 2 to 3 cycles before trying to conceive to ensure that their menstrual dates.
I was taking the pill for 15 years and have been trying to get pregnant for over a year, I worry about infertility? The pill is not involved in primary infertility. If you have been trying for a pregnancy of more than one year may be advisable to see your doctor for research on the cause.
Is it true that breastfeeding works as a contraceptive? Full breastfeeding acts as a contraceptive, but it is not effective if the power is reduced to give the baby supplements or the introduction of solids. If you begin menstruating while you are breast-feeding should use an additional contraceptive method.
I am breastfeeding my baby and I want the pill, my baby be affected by hormones through breast milk? The combined oral contraceptive pill can affect the quality and quantity of breast milk so it is best avoided until the baby is weaned. An alternative would be to use a progestogen-only pill. Talk to your doctor about your options.
What is Mirena?
Mirena, the hormonal intrauterine system (IUS) is an effective, long-term, reversible contraceptive method. It is also used to treat heavy periods. This is a small T-shaped plastic that is inserted under a physician trained in the uterus. Mirena slowly releases the hormone substance, Levonorgestrel. The system remains effective for five years but can be removed at any time.
Mirena works in several ways: * That thickens the cervical mucus, thus helping to stop sperm reaching the egg * It inhibits the normal function of sperm into the uterus and fallopian ovary * Makes the lining of the womb thin, making periods lighter and shorter.
It is a very reliable method of contraception. Studies show that if 1000 women used the system for a year, no more than two may become pregnant.
I've been using Mirena for a year now and I would try for a baby. Once removed I will be able to get pregnant right away? Once Mirena is removed fertility returns to normal.
¿I can continue to use the diaphragm as a contraceptive after my baby is born? Immediately after birth and for about 6 weeks the cervix is difficult to accurately identify and therefore difficult to cover. It is always advisable to have your diaphragm checked after pregnancy to ensure the fit is good and a change in size is not necessary.
