If your pregnancy ended in a miscarriage or an abortion in the first trimester, you can start birth control right away.
If you just had a baby, the type of birth control you take determines when you can start it:
If you're breastfeeding, let us know. Typically, progestin-only pills are recommended for nursing mothers, but it's also possible to take other types of birth control without affecting your breastmilk. Your doctor will make a recommendation that's right for you and your baby.