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How long do you have to wait to take birth control pills after you have a baby?

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BCP's postpartum: It depends upon whether you're nursing or not. Usually women even if they aren't breastfeeding will not ovulate until at least 6 weeks after delivery.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 4/23/2012

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