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My period is 3days late i had cramping 2 days before but nothing! i am also breastfeeding my cervix is low and very soft could that indicate pregnancy

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

LACTATION: Seldom do you get pregnant or menstruate when you are breast feeding due to hormonal secretion of prolactin.

Answered 5/2/2013

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A member asked:

My period is 3days late i had cramping 2 days before but nothing! i am also breastfeeding my cervix is low and very soft could that indicate pregnancy

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

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