If you are breastfeeding your baby, your periods may not return for several months after childbirth. This is because the hormone that causes you to make milk, prolactin, also stops you from ovulating and having your period. If you are breastfeeding day and night, it can be up to a year before your period returns. Show
Many factors determine when your period will return when you are breastfeeding. These include:
If your baby is being fed only using bottles, you may find your periods return shortly after birth. Your first period after birthIf you breastfeed exclusively, your first period may not return for several months or 1 to 2 years if you keep breastfeeding. If you bottle feed or partially breastfeed your baby, your periods may return as soon as 3 weeks after having your baby. Once they do return, your periods may be irregular, especially if you are still producing milk (lactating). The duration of your period can also change. It is not unusual to skip a period, or even for it to be a few months before your next one. When you start reducing the amount of time you spend breastfeeding, your periods should start to return to their usual routine. You may notice some spotting (light bleeding) at first. If you have irregular periods while breastfeeding, such as continued spotting, heavier than normal bleeding or long cycles, it is a good idea to talk to your doctor because there may be other causes apart from breastfeeding. Your doctor will need to conduct a thorough examination and may need to order some tests to exclude other causes. If your period has come back, it means that you are fertile again and you could become pregnant, even while you are breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor or nurse about contraceptive methods while breastfeeding. Does having a period affect breast milk supply?The return of your period should have little effect on your breast milk so you can continue to breastfeed if desired. Some women find a temporary drop in the amount of milk they produce just before their period starts or for a few days into it, but it will increase again when hormones return to their normal levels. Your midwife or doctor will be able to give you further advice and information about your periods and breastfeeding. Not sure what to do next?If you are still concerned about your breastfeeding and periods, why not use healthdirect’s online Symptom Checker to get advice on when to seek medical attention. The Symptom Checker guides you to the next appropriate healthcare steps, whether it’s self care, talking to a health professional, going to a hospital or calling triple zero (000). This is an automatically translated article. If a woman conceives again within the first year after giving birth, the signs of pregnancy while breastfeeding may go unnoticed. Breastfeeding mothers often experience a number of changes in their body, leading to discomfort and sensitivity, and also will not have a regular menstrual cycle. Sometimes, it can be difficult to detect signs of pregnancy while breastfeeding, so it is important to have knowledge of the issue for
early detection and appropriate action planning. 1. How soon after giving birth can a woman start getting pregnant while breastfeeding? If you don't breastfeed, you can get pregnant again as soon as three weeks after giving birth. However, a review of studies has found that most women don't ovulate until six weeks after giving birth if they choose to breastfeed. Also, if you decide to exclusively breastfeed your baby, it can act as a relative method of birth
control for up to six months after birth. 2. What are the chances of getting pregnant while breastfeeding? If done perfectly, breastfeeding as a contraceptive can be up to 98% effective. This
means that the mother only breastfeeds her baby and only for the first six months. After this time, the chances of getting pregnant increase rapidly. Dấu hiệu mang thai đang cho con bú có thể xảy ra ở một số phụ nữ 3. How to detect pregnancy while breastfeeding? The signs of pregnancy while breastfeeding are often the same as those of a previous pregnancy. They are classified based on how well they can predict a woman's pregnancy. 4. Can a mother continue to breastfeed while pregnant? There are absolutely no fixed rules about breastfeeding while pregnant, but make sure the mother is getting enough nutrients.
During this period, the mother should consume enough calories for herself, for the nursing baby and for the developing fetus. However, breastfed babies may begin to refuse breast milk during the first few months of pregnancy. This may be because the taste of breast milk changes. On the other hand, the mother's milk supply may also decrease, causing the child to refuse to continue breastfeeding and the decision to wean the baby will soon be made. Dấu hiệu mang thai đang cho con bú tùy thuộc vào bản thân người mẹ 5. Contraceptive options while breastfeeding Hormonal contraceptives continue to be a reasonable option for women who are breastfeeding. According to the evidence reported, it is completely safe for mothers to use hormonal methods, as they will not hurt themselves, the infant or affect breast milk supply. Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec application to schedule appointments and get reminders. MyVinmec app is also available and convenient for your bookings management and Telehealth service with Vinmec doctors all in one. XEM THÊM:
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