Q: I had my first baby on august 14, 2003 and breast fed (with supplemental bottles) until he was 5 months old (mid jan). I had my period on january 28, an another on march 10, and another on april 19. I have not had one since then.

i have taken a couple of pregnancy tests and they all were negative. before I got pregnant I had a very normal period and now when I did have my period it has been very long cycles and now have went 3 months without one at all. could there be a problem? what should I do?

A: There are a number of reasons for no periods, primarily failure to ovulate. You may wish to wait a few months and if no periods then see your health care provider.

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