Abstract:INTRODUCTION:Lactational amenorrhea method (LAM) is a temporary postpartum contraceptive method that is typically more effective than use of condoms or birth control pills. However, this method may be underutilized due to incomplete knowledge.METHODS:To assess perceptions of the effectiveness of LAM compared to other postpartum contraceptives in 2021, we used social media to recruit US-born nulliparous pregnant women carrying a singleton pregnancy of 28+ weeks’ gestation. Participants were compensated a $20 gi… Show more
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