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LAM (Lactational Amenorrhea Method)

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LAM (Lactational Amenorrhea Method)

A family planning method based on breastfeeding.
A breastfeeding woman uses LAM when:

Her baby gets little or no food or drink except breast milk, and she breastfeeds often, both day and night, AND
Her menstrual periods have not returned, AND
Her baby is less than 6 months old.

Effective for up to 6 months after childbirth.
The woman should be planning for another method when she no longer uses LAM.

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