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Gave birth by forceps 9 months ago. have had 2 periods in last 3 mths, still breastfdng. is it normal to have spotting and tiny clumps between periods?
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Yes if breastfeeding: Your prolactin remains high while nursing and interferes with resumption of normal cycles.
Answered 10/15/2013
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