Ryn, I'm sorry, I can't really answer any of your questions. I've had my cycle do some screwy things lately too, but I still have "normal" bleeding. It could be that you are still adjusting hormonally, since weaning your DS, and your body is going back to it's previous normal length cycle (6-8wk), but with the cramping and the spotting, that sounds a little odd. Should you maybe POAS? Hope you get things figured out soon!