Which contraceptives are safe while breastfeeding?

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It is estimated that almost half of all pregnancies in Australia are unplanned, so it is important to choose the right contraception methods and be protected. Then how about breastfeeding mums? Do they need to be protected while breastfeeding?


Yen Kim from Multicultural Centre for Women's Health Victoria talks about different options of contraception, especially for breastfeeding mums, such as hormone method and lactation contraception method.


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