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#asktheexperts can you get pregnant easily while breastfeeding?
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy1 Year agoA. Breastfeeding can provide some natural contraceptive effect, known as lactational amenorrhea, but it is not a foolproof method of birth control. Here are key points to consider:
### Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
LAM can be an effective form of contraception under specific conditions:
1. **Exclusive Breastfeeding:** The baby is fed only breast milk, with no supplemental formula or solid foods.
2. **Frequent Feeding:** Breastfeeding occurs frequently throughout the day and night (at least every 4 hours during the day and every 6 hours at night).
3. **Baby's Age:** The baby is under six months old.
4. **Menstrual Periods:** The mother has not yet resumed her menstrual periods.
### Reduced Effectiveness
After six months or if any of the conditions of LAM are not met, the effectiveness of breastfeeding as contraception decreases significantly:
- **Introduction of Solid Foods:** When the baby starts eating solid foods or sleeping for longer periods at night, the frequency and intensity of breastfeeding decrease.
- **Menstrual Cycles:** Once a mother’s menstrual cycle resumes, fertility returns, and the likelihood of pregnancy increases.
### Factors Influencing Fertility During
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