Can I take birth control pills 3 months after giving birth?

Question
Hello doctor,
I gave birth by caesarean section to my baby 3 months ago. I haven't had my period since giving birth and I'm breastfeeding. The doctor asked me when I can take birth control pills? Can I take birth control pills 3 months after giving birth? I hope the doctor will reply to me!
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Doctor Truong Nghia Binh - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can you take birth control pills 3 months after giving birth? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
After the postpartum period, which is about 6 weeks after giving birth, you can use birth control pills. If you are taking birth control pills while breastfeeding, you should take them on time and don't forget to take them.
If you take emergency contraception while breastfeeding, you need to consult a specialist for guidance on the right method of birth control. Use caution with combined oral contraceptives when the baby is exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months.
If you still have questions about whether you can take birth control pills 3 months after cesarean section, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!