Repositioning the Lactational Amenorrhea Method: Benefits for Women, Children and Programs

This two-page advocacy brief describes the benefits of LAM and sets forth the strategy for repositioning LAM, which includes: emphasizing timely transition to other family planning methods, simplifying LAM services, and broadening the program context for offering LAM, beyond family planning programs.This brief was developed by the Interagency LAM Working Group.

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Length:

2 p

Year:

2010

Organization:

JHPIEGO,Institute for Reproductive Health at Geogetown University

Languages:

English

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