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Hello: I had a baby on August 13th- he was 10 weeks early. I pumped til the middle of November. Still haven't gotten my period. Wondering how long roughly it could take. He is doing great by the way! Thank you for your time and input! Have a wonderful holiday!
Tanya,
Congratulations and I'm glad to hear he's doing well. It can take several months after pumping or breastfeeding for your cycle to return. Prolactin levels (a hormone produce while breastfeeding) can prevent ovulation when they remain high and it can take a few months for them to drop enough for your cycle to return.
So, it could be a few months (3 or so) before everything returns to normal.
Best,
Catherine
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Catherine Beier MS CBE
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I can provide evidence-based information and current research findings concerning childbirth and pregnancy. My specializations include natural childbirth, pregnancy and birth interventions, fetal positioning, labor induction, choosing a care provider, midwives, homebirth, unassisted birth, natural pain relief, medications in pregnancy and birth, informed consent, understanding the risks and benefits of childbirth choices, doulas, waterbirth, childbirth methods, childbirth education classes, cesarean section, and VBAC.
Experience
I have been a childbirth educator, mother, author, public speaker, researcher, and birth advocate for the past 9 years. I am also the author of Giving Birth Naturally, a site dedicated to natural childbirth and pregnancy information. I publish evidence-based articles on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, and post-partum care. I'm also a mother of three children, two daughters and one son all born naturally. To learn more about what normal birth looks like, view the natural childbirth video of my son being born at home unassisted.
Publications
My book, Birth Outside the Box, was published in 2007.
Education/Credentials
I hold a Master's degree in communication disorders with an emphasis in child development. I am also an independent childbirth educator.
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