Because breastfeeding suppresses ovulation, it can be a reliable form of contraception. because breastfeeding suppresses ovulation, it can be a reliable form of contraception.

a. True

b. False

The answer is true.

Breastfeeding can be used as birth control (any method used to prevent pregnancy) but under special conditions: baby must be 6 months old or younger, the infant must be fully breastfed (eating only breast milk), the mother must not have a period (amenorrhea).