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Q. I had a very light period and one irregular period. Then only other symptoms of pregnancy are acne and tender breasts. Could I still be pregnant with a period?

A. Some women can continue to have light periods or spotting during pregnancy, especially the first few months. A pregnancy test would probably ease your mind. Either way a visit to your practitioner may be in order, either for early pregnancy care or to find out the reasons for your symptoms.

Cyndi Klausing, RN, ACCE, has been a childbirth educator and breastfeeding counselor for over 18 years. She currently works as a newborn nursery nurse and is the mother of four sons.

Cyndi will answer your questions on fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and babies. Her advice does not take the place of your practitioner. Personal answers will not always be possible.