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Q. I am a first time mom, my baby was born in Febuary. He is four months old an I am concern about my period, don't you think that I should have a period by now, I am not breast feeding, so what is the holdup? Please answer my question.

A. Your period will generally return between six weeks and six months after delivery. If you are breast feeding it may take even longer to return. You still fall within this category, however, if you are nervous, you may wish to see your practitioner to ensure all is well.

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.