Is Breastfeeding A Contraceptive?
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This old wives’ tale takes aim at post-pregnancy life. If you are a mom who has chosen to breastfeed your baby, there is an old wives’ tale that says this will prevent you from becoming pregnant again.
Science actually sides with this one. If you’re not ovulating, you’re not likely to conceive another child. And breastfeeding is a natural way to stop ovulation. The key here is that you must breastfeed your child extensively — for at least six hours each night and four during the day. Hey, some of these “old wives’ tales” actually have some credibility behind them.
