Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate initiated at 6 weeks postpartum* Hormonal implants inserted at 6 weeks postpartum* The levonorgestrel intrauterine system can be inserted at 6 weeks postpartum.

Dr Johansson said the study showed that the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system, which is more commonly known by the brand name Mirena, was the safest option. “The levonorgestrel-releasing ...