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I didn't get my period since my second child was born .i bleeded for almost 1 month after she was born then i didn't get my period for 10months.she is 11 months old now. couple of weeks back i spotted for a week . should i consult a doctor ??

Q: i didn't get my period since my second child was born .i bleeded for almost 1 month after she was born then i didn't get my period for 10months.she is 11 months old now. couple of weeks back i spotted for a week . should i consult a doctor ??

: Yes that is a good idea unless you are breastfeeding, Lactation can inhibit your menstruation even if you pump a couple times a day, regardless it is a year since your delivery so I would suggest to visit your OB. Rarely you can conceive during the postpartum period.

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Yes that is a good idea unless you are breastfeeding, Lactation can inhibit your menstruation even if you pump a couple times a day, regardless it is a year since your delivery so I would suggest to visit your OB. Rarely you can conceive during the postpartum period.

Answered 4/8/2021

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A member asked:

I didn't get my period since my second child was born .i bleeded for almost 1 month after she was born then i didn't get my period for 10months.she is 11 months old now. couple of weeks back i spotted for a week . should i consult a doctor ??

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