With regard to after birth ovarian function,nurses should be aware that:
A) almost 75% of women who do not breastfeed resume menstruating within a month after birth.
B) ovulation occurs slightly earlier for breastfeeding women.
C) because of menstruation/ovulation schedules, contraception considerations can be postponed until after the puerperium.
D) the first menstrual flow after childbirth usually is heavier than normal.

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The first flow is heavier,but within three or four cycles,it is back to normal.Ovulation can occur within the first month,but for 70% of nonlactating women,it returns within 12 weeks after birth.Breastfeeding women take longer to resume ovulation.Because many women ovulate before their first after birth menstrual period,contraceptive options need to be discussed early in the puerperium.

With Regard to After Birth Ovarian Function,nurses Should Be Aware