Elizabeth recently gave birth to her first baby. While breastfeeding, she has no menstrual cycle. This is most likely due to:

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Lactational amenorrhea is a normal physiological effect of breastfeeding. The hormone prolactin, which is responsible for milk production, also suppresses ovulation, leading to the absence of menstruation. This can serve as a natural form of contraception for women who are exclusively breastfeeding their infants. Increased oxytocin levels during breastfeeding can stimulate uterine contractions but do not directly affect the menstrual cycle. "Ovum amenorrhea" is not a recognized term. Postpartum infertility refers to the period of time after giving birth when fertility has not yet returned, but it is not specific to breastfeeding.

Elizabeth Recently Gave Birth to Her First Baby