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Your period is the breakdown of the uterine lining. Once a pregnancy is established by the embryo implanting in the uterine lining, the hormone hCG and progesterone kick in to prevent the breakdown.
While pregnant the lining does not break down because it is being used to support the placenta and fetus.
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