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Had a baby in oct. got depo before i left the hospital. never got a second one and still breastfeeding. i believe i had some withdrawal bleeding 2-3 weeks ago. when do you think i will start ovulating again?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Oct Depo: Your October Depo shot no longer protects you from pregnancy . You are likely ovulating now. If you wish not to get pregnant, see your doctor for birth control management. All the best.

Answered 6/8/2015

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A member asked:

Had a baby in oct. got depo before i left the hospital. never got a second one and still breastfeeding. i believe i had some withdrawal bleeding 2-3 weeks ago. when do you think i will start ovulating again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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