i got my first on 6.5 wks after delivery and it lasted for 2 whole wks and now exactly 28 days later im on it again!
I had my first period after i gave birth around 6 weeks as well and MAN was it HORRIBLE!! The cramps were outrageous and the flow (sorry for TMI) was REALLY heavy.... I was leaking through my pads at night on to my sheets... I actually thought man is this normal.... and it did seem to last alot longer.... I just now finished my second period and this one was not as bad.... they do say that the first couple are pretty bad... so I would assume from what i went through that it sounds pretty normal!
They usually say the first period after you have a baby is pretty heavy. I don't remember them saying how long it lasts. Mine lasted 6-7 days.. But my normal period is usually 5 days. I've already had my 2nd period.. And no I'm not breastfeeding. But I was due March 3rd, and had my boy Feb. 23rd.
I haven't got my period yet though I am exclusively breastfeeding so I hear that might keep it at bay for a while. However, I did bleed for 8 weeks after delivery so maybe my "period" was part of that...who knows. For a while during that time I did experieince some mild cramping here and there but since I never stopped bleeding after the delivery I am not sure what that was. I am hoping not to have anything for a while longer. I am tired of tending to that situation.
i have not gotten mine yet - but I would think all bets are off with "regular" periods right after having a baby...I am sure your body is all turned upside down - but a quick call to the OB might be a good idea.
For the ladies that have gotten their periods - are you breast feeding?
Can't help you...yet! I just got mine yesterday, and Brock is 10 weeks old! I was a bit worried! It is definitely feeling a bit different or maybe I'm just not used to having it for so long! It is more painful than I remember! I'm not sure how long it will last though.