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I'm 6 weeks postpartum. not breastfeeding. still no period. actively trying again. is it possible to ovulate after giving birth before getting period?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Ovulation b4 period: Ovulation will always occur prior to your period. consider a pregnancy test if you are sexually active now.

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Answered 3/19/2016

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A member asked:

I'm 6 weeks postpartum. not breastfeeding. still no period. actively trying again. is it possible to ovulate after giving birth before getting period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

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