Question
My baby is 13 months old and had her first menstrual period around 8-9 months. Last month, I tried to wean her but it didn’t succeed, and she is still breastfeeding. Her period, which was supposed to come, is delayed by more than 20 days. I want to know if this will affect her menstrual cycle.
Answer
During breastfeeding, a mother’s menstrual cycle may be affected and delayed due to the baby’s suckling stimulating the body to secrete related hormones. Generally, after stopping breastfeeding, the menstrual cycle will return to normal.