Summary ATI MATERNAL NEWBORN

contraception • Contraception refers to strategies or device used to reduce the risk of fertilization or implantation in an attempt to prevent pregnancy • Natural family planning: behavioral methods o Abstinence – no gentialia contact o Withdrawal (coitus interruptus)  Choice for monogamous couple  Least effective methods  Risk for pregnancy o Calendar methods  ovulation occurs about 14 days before the onset of her next menstrual cycle, and avoid intercourse during that period  count at least 6 cycles o basal body temperature  body temperature can drop slightly at the time of ovulation  measure oral temperature prior to getting out of bed each morning to monitor ovulation  inexpensive, convenient, and no adverse effects  Basal body temperature and the symptothermal method are fertility awareness methods. o Lactational amenorrhea method