The association between postpartum depressive symptoms and contraception

Postpartum depression affects 10-20% of birthing people and is associated with changes in healthcare utilization. Little is known about the association between postpartum depressive symptoms and choice to use contraception, however both un- or under-treated depression and short interpregnancy intervals pose significant perinatal health risks.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Original Research: Gynecology Source Type: research