The first menstrual bleeding starts after the third month on
average. In the first 1-2 months after birth, there may be a bleeding similar
to menstrual bleeding. That this bleeding does not mean that the menstruation
has started and will definitely be in order. In women who breastfeed their baby
regularly, usually in the first 6 months after birth, menstruation is not
expected to begin and be regular. In this case, it should not be alarmed, it
will become order in time. It may be that breastfeeding mothers sometimes do
not have a period up to 1 year or even up to 18 months. In some mothers,
although they are breastfeeding after birth, menstruation is regular.
But not having menstruation or breastfeeding does not prevent
getting pregnant. Therefore, even if your periods do not start, you must be
protected.
After the
normal delivery and after cesarean, does the period of menstruation change?
No, it doesn't matter. Whether the mother gives birth by
caesarean delivery or normal delivery, the time for hormones to be restored and
the time to start ovulation in the ovaries is similar. For this reason, the
customs begin to be seen at the same time. However, there may be a difference
between individuals and between different births of the same person. For
example, a mother may have started menstruation 2 months after her first birth,
but may start 6 months after her second birth.
Can I get
pregnant before the menstruation starts after birth?
There may be ovulation and pregnancy before menstruation
begins. For this reason, even if the menstruation does not start, it is
necessary to start protection within the recommendation of a doctor. The
recommended time is as follows:
- Intermittent or irregular breastfeeding mothers should
begin to be protected 3 weeks after birth.
- Regular breastfeeding mothers, including at night, should
start to be protected 3 months after birth.
How is the
first menstruation after birth, what are the symptoms?
Each woman's menstrual symptoms are different, but the
symptoms seen in postpartum menstruation are similar to those before
menstruation. Some women experience severe groin pain at the beginning of
menstruation, while others spend it without pain at all. Often suspicion begins
with mild pain and spotting, followed by true menstrual bleeding.
How many
days does the first menstruation last?
The first menstruation usually takes 3-5 days, if bleeding
lasts longer, it should be waited for 1 week and 10 days at most. However, in
case of uninterrupted bleeding and excessive bleeding, it is necessary to
consult a doctor. After childbirth, the fact that the first menstruation lasts
less than 3 days or that there is little bleeding in the form of brown spots
does not mean that there is a problem.
What should
I do if I do not have menstruation after 6 months?
In the event that menstruation does not start after
childbirth or if there is a suspicion of pregnancy, it is necessary to
immediately consult a doctor. Never self-medicate and non-medicinal herbal
teas, herbs, cures, etc. should not be used. Practices other than the doctor's
recommendation will not work and are risky since they can cause a potential
problem to be detected late.
Can a woman
giving birth use medication to become menstrual?
Since women giving birth are usually breastfeeding babies,
they are not recommended to use medication unless it is mandatory. However,
some women feel psychologically uncomfortable and stressed because they cannot
have menstruation. In this case, menstrual drugs are prescribed if deemed
appropriate by the doctor.
Can the
baby be breastfed while having menstruation?
In the months after birth, the baby can be breastfed at any
time, including the days of menstruation. In menstrual days, there is no change
in breast milk or a hormonal change that will affect the baby, so mothers do
not need to worry about this.