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Periods at 4 months postpartum
I had a C-section 4 months ago and am exclusively breastfeeding. My period returned at 2 months postpartum with a 35-day gap between the first two cycles. However, it has now been 40 days since my last period and I haven't started bleeding yet. My baby recently started sleeping a 4 to 5-hour stretch at night. I am not experiencing any pain, cramps, or unusual discharge. Is it normal to get two periods postpartum and then have them skip or become irregular while exclusively breastfeeding? What should be my next steps?
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
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12 yrs exp
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Two periods followed by a 40-day gap while you're exclusively breastfeeding is a very normal pattern, not something going wrong.
Next Steps
Breastfeeding hormones keep cycles unpredictable for months, so give it more time. If nothing returns within a few more weeks, please get it checked. Also see a doctor if you notice pain or unusual discharge.
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