| Breastfeeding is sometimes used as a method of birth control. - But only if baby is exclusively breastfeed (i.e nothing other than breastmilk is given to your child)
- Only if baby is under six month’s of age
- Only if mother’s menstrual cycle has not yet started back again after labour
This method is not 100% reliable. You could still get pregnant even if you are breastfeeding as ovulation can occur before your period starts back. A more reliable method of birth control is the "mini-pill" contraceptive prescribed by your doctor which is a progestogen-only pill . Avoid contraceptive pills containing oestrogen while you are breastfeeding. For more information, you may be best to speak with your doctor or midwife. A midwife can usually prescribe contraception (pills and condoms) while you are still under her care, when baby is under six months. | 
