What are the disadvantages of LAM as a method of contraception?

it requires an ongoing commitment to breastfeeding
the contraceptive effect is limited beyond 6 months after birth therefore women should be aware of alternatives

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Antenatal service at True

True’s expert female clinicians offer shared antenatal care with the obstetric service of the woman’s choice. Influenza and pertussis immunisations and anti-D injections are available at True as part of our antenatal service. Our clinicians work closely with GPs and local obstetric services to streamline antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
True Celebrates International Migrants Day

On 18 December 2021, we acknowledge the rights, efforts, and contributions of migrants worldwide. At True, we have a number of people from migrant background (well that’s many of us really!) and we wanted to showcase a couple.
Why little known STI should be eliminated

Dr Fabiola Martin was recently invited to present on World HTLV day at the Pan American Health Org and World Health Organisation (PHAO/WHO) international webinar focussing on why the sexually transmitted virus, HTLV, should be eliminated.
True's 50th anniversary celebrations launched

In 2022, True Relationships & Reproductive Health will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Family Planning Queensland.

Cervical Screening resources for women from migrant and refugee backgrounds

True's Culturally Responsive Health team has developed a new resource for women from migrant and refugee backgrounds to assist in understanding cervical screening. The information is available in written and audio forms in a variety of languages.
What are Fertility Awareness Based Methods (FABMs)?
How do FABMs work?
How effective is the FABM?
What are the advantages of FABMs as a method of contraception?
What are the disadvantages of FABMs as a method of contraception?
Is the FABM suitable for all women?
How do I learn about FABM?
What is Lactational Amenorrhoea Method (LAM)?
How does LAM work?

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True Relationships & Reproductive Health (True) was established in 1972 and is a profit-for-purpose organisation. Our goal is to achieve substantial, positive social impact by improving reproductive and sexual health and promoting safe and respectful relationships. True achieves this through the delivery of expert clinical services, education and counselling. True is a member of Family Planning Alliance Australia (FPAA).
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Are you an enrolled nurse looking for part time work? True is looking for casual ENs at both Toowoomba and Cairns clinics. Click to find out more.. Read more