How do cycles change after 40+
Find a Conversation
How do cycles change after 40+
| Tue, 06-23-2009 - 11:15am |
I'm wondering, in general, how cycles change as you age.
Latest from the board
Memeber Support
Visit our Member Support area or browse the iVillage Help forum
| Q: | Where can I change my password? |
| A: | Log in, go to Edit My Preferences, and click the Account tab. Make and save your changes. |
Susan V
Hi dee,
I had my first baby at 42 and breastfed her until she was 16 months (just two months ago).
I got my first cycle when she was 3 months old, even though I was exclusively breastfeeding.
I had my daughter at almost 40 and my AF returned after 5 months. I nursed her full time for 14 months and then before nap/bedtime for another 10 months. My periods have been very regular...except for two months after a chemical pregnancy and a few months before a cyst ruptured. Since then my cycles are back on track 28-29 days. I always felt like I was ovualting, even when I was nursing....but I'm not so sure now...since we've been ttc for awhile. I completely stopped nursing 3 months ago...so we'll see what happens. I don't know if age affects when your AF returns, while you're still nursing...I'm sure someone on this board can answer your questions!
For those who's period came back so soon....was this a change for you?
Dee -- Homeschooling mom of 6 -- Forty-four and praying for 1 more!
I had my last baby at 43 1/2.
A baby is a gift from God