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Robyn’s Nest recommends discussing
birth control options with your OB/GYN prior to giving birth or shortly
thereafter.
Be sure to inform your doctor of your infant feeding decisions as well.
Options while Breast-Feeding
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Condoms - 86% effective |
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Implant (NORPLANT) - Lowest expected rate of pregnancy is .09%. Inserted into the upper arm, only one in 1,000 becomes pregnant. |
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Diaphragm - 80% effective (you may need to be refitted after birth) |
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Cervical Cap - with spermicide - 60-80% effective but can be difficult to position correctly. |
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Paragard IUD - 99.2% effective |
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Withdrawal - 81% effective |
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Rhythm Method - 75% effective (not reliable until after 3 mos. post delivery) |
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Breast-Feeding - 98% effective (if you are nursing 100% of the time with no supplementing at all) |
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Tubal Ligation - 99.5% effective (can be performed during c-section births) |
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Vasectomy - 99.85% effective |
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Micronor (Oral Contraceptive) - 99% effective if taken every single day at exactly the same time of day. This is a less potent version of oral contraceptives prescribed for non-breast feeding women. Also known as the mini pill. |
Other Options (not recommended for breast-feeding moms)
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NuvaRing® - a soft, flexible ring about two inches in diameter - 99% effective when used properly once a month. Self inserted. |
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Oral Contraceptives - Usually taken daily in pill form - 95% effective when taken as directed. |
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Ortha Evra® Patch - Once a week birth control, can be used in place of the pill or oral contraceptives - 99% effective. |
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Progestasert IUD - 98% effective- Doctor inserted. |
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