A member asked:

I've been on what i think is my period for 10 days they're never this long and it my first period since having a child 6 months ago is this normal?

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Dr. David Finke answered

Probably normal.: Your first period after having a baby can be unusually heavy. If you are breastfeeding full-time, you hopefully got a break from your periods! if you are starting to wean and this is the first period, it is not unusual for them to be longer/heavier than before. If it continues or you have spotting in between, you should see your doctor for a possible ultrasound.

Dr Livingston and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/20/2014

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A member asked:

I've been on what i think is my period for 10 days they're never this long and it my first period since having a child 6 months ago is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Finke answered

Dr Livingston and 4 doctors agreed

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