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Purpose of review Women are particularly vulnerable to unintended pregnancy in the 12 months following a birth. Improving access to postpartum contraception within maternity settings can prevent unintended and closely spaced births, improving the health of mother and child. This review will summarize the recent research in postpartum contraception (PPC), building on existing knowledge and developments in this field. Recent findings Current models of postpartum contraceptive provision may not adequately meet women's needs. The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in postpartum contraceptive provision, with an increasing emphasis placed on maternity services. Antenatal contraceptive discussion is associated with increased postpartum contraceptive planning and uptake of methods after birth. Digital health interventions may be a useful tool to support information about contraception. The most effective long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods, such as the intrauterine device (IUD) and implant, can be challenging to provide in the maternity setting because of availability of trained providers. Postpartum IUD insertion remains relatively under-utilized, despite evidence supporting its safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness. Summary Antenatal information needs to be partnered with access to the full range of methods immediately after birth to reduce barriers to PPC uptake. Training and education of maternity providers is central to successful implementation of PPC services.
Purpose of review Women are particularly vulnerable to unintended pregnancy in the 12 months following a birth. Improving access to postpartum contraception within maternity settings can prevent unintended and closely spaced births, improving the health of mother and child. This review will summarize the recent research in postpartum contraception (PPC), building on existing knowledge and developments in this field. Recent findings Current models of postpartum contraceptive provision may not adequately meet women's needs. The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in postpartum contraceptive provision, with an increasing emphasis placed on maternity services. Antenatal contraceptive discussion is associated with increased postpartum contraceptive planning and uptake of methods after birth. Digital health interventions may be a useful tool to support information about contraception. The most effective long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods, such as the intrauterine device (IUD) and implant, can be challenging to provide in the maternity setting because of availability of trained providers. Postpartum IUD insertion remains relatively under-utilized, despite evidence supporting its safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness. Summary Antenatal information needs to be partnered with access to the full range of methods immediately after birth to reduce barriers to PPC uptake. Training and education of maternity providers is central to successful implementation of PPC services.
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