questions about preg.and breastfeeding?

Question

hi everyone,am still breastfeeding,not exclusively.
i don´t know if am pregnant cos i have not seen my period for dis month and i have not done test.
i just want to know if been pregnant and still breastfeeding affects the child.

thanks all,i didn´t get my period till when baby was 6months cos i was breastfeeding exclusively then,and that was sep.
i didn´t get for oct. but i had for november and now december and nothing yet.
i had it 2nd of november.that´s why am worried but have not don any test just wanted a little to see what will happen.

Answer 1

If you are breastfeeding and get pregnant the only thing that you will notice is a slight drop in your milk production. This will go back up to normal if you are careful to completely drain your breasts at feedings and nurse frequently during this time.

Just make sure you stay well hydrated, take a good multivitamin, and eat when you are hungry.

Answer 2

I know When i breastfed I didnt get mine till my daughter was 7 months old. But MAN i really got it.
It happens in some cases. OR you could be pregnant. I dont seem the harm in breast feeding. only stop when your six months or so. I heard that can cause your body to have contractions.

Answer 3

yes it does....breastfeeding causes the uterus to "cramp"

i suppose women did it in the old days all the time, but the general thought now is that it's not a good idea.

la leche league is a great help for questions if you want to talk to someone in person.

Answer 4

Yes, my kids are a year apart. I was EBFing and got pregnant with my first was 3 months. I EBFed until he was 6 months, then lost the supply when he was 9 months (when I was 6months pg)

Your body reacts that it will first nurture yourself, your fetus, then your milk supply.

Answer 5

No I think it will be fine, but keep in mind that breast feeding can stop your periods as well. The longer you do it the more likely your periods will stop. And it will be just fine to feed and be pg! Good luck to ya.