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After c section i got my 1 st period after 5 weeks on oct.22, now i am late for my 2nd period i was breastfeeding and formula, now mostly formula.

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No worries: The pregnancy and breastfeeding are known disrupters of regular menstrual cycles. Of course, if you are sexually active, there is the possibility of pregnancy.

Answered 11/26/2018

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A member asked:

After c section i got my 1 st period after 5 weeks on oct.22, now i am late for my 2nd period i was breastfeeding and formula, now mostly formula.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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