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No periods after childbirth

2026-07-27 07:34:18
Hi, It's been more than 13 months since my second delivery and my periods haven't returned. I have reduced breastfeeding too. Should I be concerned?
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It will vary depending on the frequency and timing of breastfeeding Breastfeeding during night time will have more effect on perioy

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Can happen while breastfeeding , however not getting your periods at this time doesn't particularly imply that you cannot get pregnant Apart from that nothing to worry

Answered2026-07-27 15:40:45

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice

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Kindly connect as few details are needed for proper guidance

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Do pregnancy test. Its called  lactation amenorrhea.

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get pregnancy test

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If pregnancy test is negative, then nothing to worry

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If the pregnancy test is negative nothing to worry This is lactational amenorrhea Hormonal changes consequent to breastfeeding

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