I know that lactating mothers stop having periods when they are breastfeeding. Can they still get pregnant? If so, how do we know if they are ovulating? what are the symptoms?
2006-11-26 20:59:20 · 15 answers · asked by Mary T 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
while it cuts down on pregnancy, yes you can get pregnant,,,, lactating mothers stop having periods for a while, atleast some do,,,,, some restart their periods while still breastfeeding, i personally started mine again at 3 months, though i continued feeding for a year. it would be hard to know, i suppose you could use an ovulating test,,, there really , for me, were no symtoms,,,
2006-11-26 21:02:31 · answer #1 · answered by dlin333 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
u can surely get pregnant while ur breastfeeding.its only a myth that u cant concieve while ur feeing.lactatig mothers get their periods aafter 3 months upto around 9 months.it depends on their bodies mechanisms,hormones to be more specific.also conception is lot easier after 1 baby/delivery.there are no symptoms per se thats why a lactating mother has 2 be even more careful.the only way u can avoid bcoming pregnant si by taking proper precautions and if u do suspect a pregnancy pick up a urine test kit 2 confirm it.good luck1
2006-11-26 21:11:41 · answer #2 · answered by nishap 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its possible to fall pregnant when breastfeeding, you can also get your period when breastfeeding, this is why before you leave hospital they like to know what kind of contraception you have decided on as its very hard to tell if your ovulating or if its just breastfeeding. Good luck and protect yourself.
2006-11-26 21:11:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Im breastfeeding and now missing my period. I might be pregnant. I had periods for a year now regularly. I didnt have periods for 4 months after the baby was born. I got my periods after that and been having periods for a year until now.
2006-11-26 21:41:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can still get pregnant. Your chances are just decreased from breastfeeding. It is hard to say about how to know your ovulating. Maybe you have cramping or twinges here and there but you just don't bleed. You feel bloated or maybe moodier then usual.
2006-11-26 21:09:02 · answer #5 · answered by Bellas Mama 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although it is true that breastfeeding is a form on contraception in itself, it is not a 100% effective. it is still possible to get pregnant.
2006-11-26 21:38:28 · answer #6 · answered by newmama 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have 4 children and nursed them all for quite a long time. I was never able to use that as a form of birth control and would never recommend doing so unless you want another bundle soon!
2006-11-26 21:06:44 · answer #7 · answered by lefty 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YES! in fact it is easier to get pregnant after you have already had one child.
2006-11-26 21:01:12 · answer #8 · answered by trevathecleva 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not really, but accidents do happen... mainly in timing or believing you are on top of your body clock
2006-11-26 21:03:36 · answer #9 · answered by senoredgy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can. That is a myth that you cannot.
2006-11-27 01:14:46 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋