Holistically Well

15 | Can You Ovulate While Breastfeeding? Understanding Postpartum Fertility & Your Cycle


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In this episode of the Holistically Well Podcast, Dr. Kayla Borchers and women's health nurse and certified FEM instructor, Cassie Subler, share an insightful discussion on navigating postpartum fertility. In this episode, they explore how breastfeeding affects ovulation, what signs indicate returning fertility, and the practical tools and tips women can use to track their cycles after childbirth. Whether you're trying to conceive again or just want to understand your body better, this conversation offers guidance, encouragement, and clarity for new moms.

Takeaways:

  • Ovulation can return before your first postpartum period, making it crucial to understand fertility signs.
  • Methods like the Marquette Method and FEM help women track cycles safely and confidently postpartum.
  • Cervical mucus is a key biomarker that can signal the return of fertility even before your first postpartum period.

Read the related Holistically Well Blog Post!

Connect with Dr. Kayla Borchers:

  • Instagram
  • Website

Connect with Cassie Subler

  • Instagram
  • Website for 1:1 cycle tracking support

Resources and Links:

  • Postpartum Natural Family Planning Workshop

 

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