Not recommended until resumption of regular menses. No effect on quantity or quality of breastmilk or health of infant. Basal body temperature fluctuates when mother awakens at night to breastfeed. No effect on quantity or quality of breastmilk or health of infant. Some couples find withdrawal or long periods of postpartum abstinence difficult.
Some couples find withdrawal or long periods of postpartum abstinence difficult.
Acceptable in cultures in which postpartum abstinence is traditional. Counsel the couple about the need for a backup method if they decide to resume intercourse. If not performed within 48 hours, should be delayed until 6 weeks postpartum. No effect on quantity or quality of breastmilk or health of infant. Postpartum minilaparotomy is easiest to perform within first 48 hours of delivery because the position of the uterus makes the fallopian tubes easier to find and see.