Update to CDC's U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use, 2010: Revised Recommendations for the Use of Contraceptive Methods During the Postpartum Period
Initiation of contraception during the postpartum period is important to prevent unintended pregnancy and short birth intervals. As an update to CDC's U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use, 2010, CDC is issuing revised recommendations for the use of combined hormonal contraceptives among postpartum women, based on new scientific evidence. Postpartum women should not use combined hormonal contraceptives during the first 21 days after delivery because of the high risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE). During 21–42 days postpartum, women without risk factors for VTE generally can initiate combined hormonal contraceptives, but women with risk factors for VTE generally should not use these methods. After 42 days postpartum, no restrictions based on postpartum status apply. Recommendations for other contraceptives, including progestin-only contraceptives and intrauterine devices, remain unchanged; these methods are safe for postpartum women, including women who are breastfeeding, and can be initiated immediately postpartum.
For more information: http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/UnintendedPregnancy/USMEC.htm
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