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Hello doctor,

I am trying to get pregnant but I am breastfeeding. I only had two periods after giving birth, but I do not have a period in over two months. What can help me conceive without giving up breastfeeding?
Answered by Dr. Sweta Singh

Education:

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Dr. Sweta Singh is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in treating Infertility with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She is specialized in giving Women Reproductive Care and monitoring Fetal Health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

May I ask how long it has been since your last delivery? From your given history of breastfeed, I can understand that your baby is still quite small and so I would suggest until he or she is at least three to four years of age before trying to conceive again. This is so that in between deliveries your body needs time to recover and repair itself. If you get pregnant too soon it will adversely affect your baby.

As your cycles have not yet regularized it implies that you may not be ovulating regularly. This can happen sometimes during breastfeeding. It will resume order on its own. I would suggest you start the following iron and calcium tablets as well as folic acid.

1. Tablet Livogen XT once daily at night with lemon water.

2. Tablet Calcimax 500 mg once daily.

3. Tablet Folvite 5 mg once daily if you are planning to conceive.

Please continue to breastfeed your baby regardless of whether your periods come or not. And kindly consider what I have explained above.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Vinodhini J.
Published At March 3, 2020
Reviewed At January 10, 2024

Education:

DGO

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sweta Singh is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in treating Infertility with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She is specialized in giving Women Reproductive Care and monitoring Fetal Health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana.

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BDS

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Dr. Vinodhini J. is a Dental Surgeon with extensive years of clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and oral health issues, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on maintaining oral health, alleviating discomfort, and enhancing smiles. Her expertise ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s dental needs and overall wellbeing.

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

DGO

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sweta Singh is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in treating Infertility with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She is specialized in giving Women Reproductive Care and monitoring Fetal Health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana.

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