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EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 29 MIN

Breastfeeding as birth control? Postpartum Natural Family Planning / Fertility Awareness

from BREASTFEEDING WITH CONFIDENCE | Pregnancy Tips, Postpartum Wellness, Milk Supply, Tongue Tie, Latch Pain · host Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC | Holistic Lactation Consultant, Breastfeeding Expert

Is Breastfeeding Birth Control? Understanding Fertility While Breastfeeding Many mothers are told two completely opposite things after having a baby: “Breastfeeding prevents pregnancy.” —or— “You can get pregnant anytime while breastfeeding.” So what’s the truth? In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, we explore one of the most common postpartum questions: Can you get pregnant while breastfeeding? The answer lies somewhere in the middle. Breastfeeding can suppress ovulation in many women, but it is not guaranteed birth control. Understanding how fertility returns during breastfeeding can help mothers make informed decisions about family planning, natural birth spacing, and postpartum health. As discussed in this episode, breastfeeding in a healthy woman often suppresses ovulation, but that is not always the case, which is why recognizing the return of fertility signs is so important. RESOURCES:  Get the FREE 5 Mistakes that Sabotage Breastfeeding Guide  FREE Breastfeeding Plan Template Book Breastfeeding Prep Call   Work with Whole Mission  Work with Jaimie Zaki email [email protected]   NEEDED. Nutritional Support (Bioavailable Supplements, Hydration & More)** Motherlove Herbals (Save 15%!)**   Thank you to RESTORATIVE ROOTS for sponsoring this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast. Learn more about how RESTORATIVE ROOTS can help you thrive now: restorativeroots.com  

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