LAM is a contraceptive method that takes advantage of the absence of ovulation and menstruation during lactation to prevent a new pregnancy.
However, to ensure that this method is effective, the following requirements must be met:
The newborn is not more than 84 days old
The baby is exclusively breastfeeding. Not even water should be taken from a bottle.
The baby is attached to the breast for at least 100 minutes every day.
The babys feeds at least five times a day.
There is no more than 6 hours between feeds, be it day or night.