Stopped Breastfeeding. Missing Period After Delivery. Any Advice?

Posted on Tue, 19 Feb 2013

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Question : I delivered a healthy baby boy 5 months back. I breastfed him until 4 months after his birth. Since last 1 month, he is on formula and solids. My menses havent started yet;also there are also no signs of them starting soon. I am very sure about not being pregnant again.In such a case, is it concerning that periods haven't started?
Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Nilofer AR (13 minutes later)

Hello,
Thanks for your query.

If you are breast feeding your child properly , you will get your periods after 6 months.
Good that you are feeding your child properly.
You need not worry.

Hope this helps,
regards,
DR Nilofer

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