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I had sex before 4 weeks after birth i am now 4 weeks 1 day after giving birth and am bleeding. not heavy but its a dark red could this be my period?
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It could be: This is most likely your first period. Do be sure you are using some method of contraception. It is possible to have babies less than 1 year apart. Hope this helps.
Answered 1/16/2015
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