1 year after cesarean section still no period?

Question
Hello doctor,
I gave birth by cesarean section 1 year ago, but my period has not returned. So the doctor asked me, 1 year after the cesarean section, I still have not had a period? I breastfeed. Thank you doctor.
Hoang Thi Ly Ly (1994)
Answer
Answered by Specialist Doctor II Pham Thi Tuyet Mai - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question "1 year after the cesarean delivery, is there still no period? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Usually, after giving birth, the time to have periods again depends on each person's body. When menstruation returns after giving birth, it is a sign that the mother's ovulatory function has been restored. Breastfeeding mothers usually have a later period, about 6 months to 1 year after giving birth. However, there is still quite a big difference from person to person. Many mothers who are breastfeeding, but only 2-3 months after giving birth, have their periods reappear, but there are also many mothers who have to have their periods for about 1 year or even after weaning from breastfeeding to have their periods again. .
So your case is not worrisome. But if you and your partner have sex without using safe contraception, there is still a chance of pregnancy, so you still need to get tested to see if you are pregnant. From there, the doctor will give you specific advice.
If you still have questions about 1 year after cesarean delivery and still have not had a period, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!