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-user-dependent (require continued motivation and use with each act of D. Diaphragm
intercourse) -covers the cervix
-disposal of used condoms may be a problem -should be used with a spermicide
-adequate storage must be available at the client‟s home -left inplace for at least 8hrs after last coital act
-supplies must be readily available before intercourse begins
-resupply must be available 2. Combined Contraceptives
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Decreased postpartum bleeding
LAM: Limitations
User-dependent (requires following instructions regarding
breastfeeding practices)
May be difficult to practice due to social circumstances
Highly effective only until menses return or up to 6 months
Does not protect against STDs (e.g., HBV, HIV/AIDS)
Who Can Use Lam
o Women who:
Are fully or nearly fully breastfeeding
Have not had return of menses
Are less than 6 months postpartum1
Methods of NFP
IUDS: Common Side Effects
Vaginal discharge
Copper-releasing: Calendar Method
Heavier menstrual bleeding Basal Body Temperature (BBT)
Irregular or heavy vaginal bleeding Cervical Mucus Method (Billings)
Intermenstrual cramps Symptothermal (BBT + cervical mucus)
Increased menstrual cramping or pain Standard Days Method
Progestin-releasing:
Amenorrhea or very light menstrual bleeding/ spotting
IUDs: Indications for Removal NFP: Mechanism of Action
If the client desires removal
At the end of effective life of the ID For contraception:
TCu 380A= 10 years Avoid intercourse during the fertile phase of the
Change in sexual practices (high risk behavior), consider adding barrier menstrual cycle when conception is most likely.
method (condoms) or removal. For conception:
If being treated for STD or documented pelvic infection. Plan intercourse near mid-cycle (usually days 10-15)
Menopause when conception is most likely.
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
NFP: Contraceptive Benefits
NFP: Limitations
LAM: Contraceptive Benefits
Effective (1-2 pregnancies per 100 women during first 6 months of
Moderately effective (1-25 pregnancies per 100 women during the
use)
Effective immediately first year of use)
Does not interfere with sexual intercourse Effectiveness depends on willingness to follow instructions
No systematic side effects Considerable training required to use correctly
No medical supervision necessary Requires trained provider (nonmedical)
No supplies required/ No cost involved Requires abstinence during fertile phase to avoid conception
LAM: Noncontraceptive Benefits Requires daily record keeping
For child: Vaginal infections make cervical mucus difficult to interpret
Passive immunization and protection from other infectious Basal thermometer needed for some methods
diseases
Does not protect against STDs (HBV, HIV/AIDS)
Best source of nutrition
Decreased exposure to contaminants in water, other milk of
formulas, or on utensils Who Can Use NFP?
For mother: Women/couples:
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Of any reproductive age or parity Use temperatures recorded on chart for first 10 days of menstrual
With religious or philosophical reasons for not using other cycle to identify highest of “normal, low” temperatures (i.e., daily
methods temperatures charted in typical pattern without any unusual
Unable to use other methods conditions).
Willing to abstain from intercourse for more than 1 week each Disregard any temperatures that are abnormally high due to fever
cycle or other disruptions.
Willing and motivated to observe, record and interpret fertility Draw a line 0.05-0.1 °C above highest of these 10 temperatures.
signs This line is called the cover line or temperature line.
NFP: Additional Counseling
Client Instructions for Billings Method
Women:
Whose age, parity or health problems make pregnancy a high risk As mucus may change during the day, observe it several times
Without established menstrual cycles throughout the day. Every night before going to bed, determine
(breastfeeding, immediately postabortion) highest level of fertility and mark chart with appropriate symbol.
With irregular menstrual cycles (calendar method only) Abstain from sexual intercourse for at least 1 cycle so that you will
Whose partner will not cooperate during certain times in the cycle know the mucus days. Avoid intercourse during your menstrual
Who dislike touching their genitals period.
During dry days after period, it is safe to have intercourse every
NFP: Conditions Requiring Precautions other night.
As soon as any mucus or sensation of wetness appears, avoid
Irregular menses intercourse or sexual contact.
Persistent vaginal discharge Mark last day of clear, slippery, stretchy mucus with an X. This is
Breastfeeding the peak day, the most fertile time.
After the peak day, avoid intercourse for next 3 dry days and
Client Instructions for Calendar Method nights. These days are not safe.
Beginning on the morning of the fourth dry day, it is safe to have
Monitor length of at least 6 menstrual cycles while abstaining or intercourse until your menstrual period begins again.
using another contraceptive method. Then calculate when fertile
days occur following the instructions below. Client Instructions for Symptothermal Method
From number of days in longest cycle, subtract 11. This identifies
the last fertile day of cycle. After menstrual bleeding stops, you may have intercourse on
From number of days in shortest cycle, subtract 18. This identifies evening of every other dry day during infertile days before
the first fertile day of your cycle. ovulation.
Your fertile period is calculated to be days 8 through 19 of cycle The fertile phase begins when wet vaginal sensations or any
(12 days of abstinence needed to avoid pregnancy). Abstain from mucus appears. Abstain from intercourse until fertile phase ends.
sexual intercourse during fertile days. Abstain from intercourse until both peak day and thermal shift
rules have been applied.
Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Chart When these rules do not identify the same day as end of fertile
phase, always follow rule that identifies the longest fertile phase.
Characteristics
Natural
Cover Line Simple
Low cost
Effective