Late Period After Childbirth & IUD: Causes & What To Do

Question
I am 26 I have had 2 children and the day of Last menstrual period was feb 1 2006.
My period is very late and I think its stuck. I am 6 months post partum and I have a paraguard IUD. I am super bloated and achy and irritated and I want to know what to do to ge it to come out.

Answer
If your last period started on February 1, you were due for your next period on March 1. Since you are 15 days late for your period, I would suggest that you take a pregnancy test (even though you have an IUD). If it is positive, you should have the IUD removed. If it is negative, make an appointment with your doctor to induce your period for you.