TTC whilst breastfeeding (& vaginismus)

[AudreyJL]

I am TTC #2. I'm still breastfeeding my 3.5 year old. My cycles returned 5.5 months postpartum and have had a positive ovulation test every month since. Since actively TTC, I've developed a "new" PMS symptom almost every month but maybe it's just my body going back to pre-pregnancy PMS symptoms. Anyone successfully conceived whilst still breastfeeding an older toddler? When would it be appropriate to see a doctor and see if there's anything wrong? Also, anyone struggles with vaganismus? Do you find it's harder to conceive?

Hi, I conceived first cycle while still feeding my 16 month old. I was feeding him at bedtime and sometimes in the middle of the night. My periods had returned at 8 weeks post partum! I was 35 when ds was born and 37 when I conceived dd.

Re when to go to the doctor, I think it depends on your age. I believe after 6 months if over 35 and a year if under.

I'm 28, so we still have 7 more cycles of trying before we're at the one year mark.

Breastfeeding has no effect on conception.

I assume it could if it delays the return of cycle (though I know some do ovulate even before the return of their periods). I do have friends who either only conceived when stopped breastfeeding and ones whose breastfeeding has no effect on their fertility