Is Iron Supplementation In Health Centers Until the End of the Breastfeeding Period Necessary?

Abstract

Background: Iron deficiency (ID) and anemia are significant health problems affecting women after childbirth in developing and developed countries. These conditions can negatively impact a woman's quality of life, both bodily and psychological. Current guidelines in Iran, as outlined in the Ministry of Health's comprehensive nutrition guide for pregnant and lactating mothers, recommend iron supplementation for lactating women for only three months postpartum.