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When your period comes back after breastfeeding is it regular?
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Depends: The period may be irregular for a few months post breastfeeding period but usually returns to pre-pregnancy regularity. Every woman is different. If concerns, please speak with your ob/gyn.
Answered 10/2/2015
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