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Family Planning: A Global Handbook for Providers

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Family Planning

A GLOBAL HANDBOOK FOR PROVIDERS

Side Effects, Health Benefits, and Health Risks

Side Effects

None. Any problems are the same as for other breastfeeding women.

Known Health Benefits

Known Health Risks

Help protect against:

  • Risks of pregnancy

Encourages:

  • The best breastfeeding patterns, with health benefits for both mother and baby

None