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Lactational amenorrhea as a natural contraceptive works because intense breast-feeding:

Answer: Suppresses the cycle so ovulation does not occur.

  • A Thickens the uterine wall permanently
  • B Kills sperm in the uterus
  • C Temporarily blocks the fallopian tubes completely
  • D Suppresses the cycle so ovulation does not occur

Correct answer: D. Suppresses the cycle so ovulation does not occur

Explanation: During intense lactation the menstrual cycle and ovulation are suppressed, so conception is unlikely during the early months after childbirth.

Contraceptive Methods by CategoryNaturalabstinence,withdrawalBarriercondom (alsoblocks STIs)IUDCuT, LippesloopHormonalpills, injectables,implantsSurgicalvasectomy,tubectomyEffectiveness and permanence generally increase left→right; only barrier methods stop STI transmission

Contraceptive methods span a spectrum from temporary/natural to permanent/surgical; condoms stand out as the only method offering STI protection alongside contraception.

Concept context

Understand reproductive health, family planning, contraception methods, STIs, population control, and assisted reproductive technologies.

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