Many new mothers, because they do not know how to use contraception or use incorrect contraceptive methods, often get pregnant again a few months after the birth of their babies, and can only go to the hospital to have an abortion. As the reproductive organs of new mothers have not returned to normal physiological state after delivery, the uterus is very soft, and new mothers who have had cesarean sections still have wounds on the uterus, it is easy for damage to occur during abortion: such as uterine perforation, rupture of the intestinal tube, hemorrhage and so on, which can cause great damage to the body of the new mother, and sometimes the complications that occur can even be life-threatening. Therefore, postpartum contraception is very important, the choice of contraceptive measures must be careful. So, how should contraception be used during the postpartum breastfeeding period? What kind of contraceptive methods to choose the least impact on the new mother and baby? 1, tool contraception postpartum due to the new mother’s genital damage has not fully recovered, in order to prevent new mothers of puerperal infection, it is best to use tools of contraception, that is, male and female condoms. Condoms are preferred for postpartum sex, but long-term use can increase vaginal inflammation in new mothers. 2, placed intrauterine device For new mothers who have just given birth, due to the postpartum uterus is in the recovery stage, the uterus is larger, the uterine cavity is deeper, premature placement of the birth control device is very easy to fall off, and easy to cause infection, leaving sequelae. However, at present, IUD is still the most suitable contraceptive measure for breastfeeding women. Because of its good contraceptive effect, long duration of use, once placed without any additional measures, and the IUD will not affect the secretion and quality of breast milk, it is safe for both mother and baby. Generally, the time of placing is 3 months after natural delivery, cesarean section after 6 months after delivery is good. Condoms may be considered for contraception prior to this time. Before placing the ring, after the gynecologist’s examination, the doctor puts in, generally in the menstrual period after 4 ~ 5 days into the more appropriate. 3, oral contraceptive pill After delivery, not breastfeeding new mothers, oral contraceptive pill. But for new mothers in the breastfeeding period, because most of the contraceptive pills contain estrogen, will change the composition of milk, affecting the development of the baby, so should not be taken. 4, topical contraceptive pills before sexual intercourse placed some topical spermicidal film, ointment is also a better method of contraception. External vaginal ointment or pessary does not affect the secretion of breast milk. But the vaginal contraceptive film is a water-soluble film, the vagina is dry during breastfeeding, the film is not easy to dissolve completely, the release of the drug is not sufficient, easy to cause contraceptive failure. 5, postpartum sterilization Postpartum sterilization includes female tubal ligation and male vasectomy sterilization. If you are determined not to have any more children, sterilization is a safe and permanent method of contraception, but must adhere to the principle of voluntary. Mothers should be fully informed in non-emergency situations and should consider the decision carefully before making it, so as to avoid future regrets or post-natal psychological disorders caused by the procedure. Once the procedure is performed, it is difficult to recover. For new mothers who are not suitable for another pregnancy, such as those who suffer from pregnancy-related heart disease, chronic nephritis, hypertension, tuberculosis and other diseases, it is best to perform sterilization. Since postpartum women have special characteristics both physically and psychologically, the method of contraception is also specific, and no method of contraception is absolutely safe. However, new mothers should be clear: the side effects of contraceptive measures can usually be solved with the help of a doctor, whereas the pain and damage caused to the body by abortion after pregnancy is great and sometimes even lifelong. If you don’t want to have any more children after giving birth, it’s time to seriously consider birth control methods. If you want to avoid the damage that occurs as a result of an unwanted pregnancy, or if you view an unwanted pregnancy as something to be feared, the reliability of your contraceptive method should be considered a top priority.