Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) Practice

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When can Depo-Provera be administered for birth control after giving birth?

Within 24 hours
After 1 week
After 6 weeks
After 3 months

The correct answer is: After 6 weeks

It is recommended to wait at least 6 weeks after giving birth before administering Depo-Provera for birth control. This is because the body needs time to heal and adjust after giving birth, and starting Depo-Provera too soon may increase the risk of side effects or complications. Option A (Within 24 hours) and Option B (After 1 week) are not recommended because they are considered too soon to introduce hormonal birth control. Option D (After 3 months) is also not recommended as it is longer than necessary and may result in an avoidable unintended pregnancy. Therefore, it is important to follow the recommended waiting period of 6 weeks before initiating Depo-Provera for birth control after giving birth.