After you file

First amended returns are taking 6 months or more to process again this year so don't expect anything to happen soon. 

 

Next, if you didn't wait for the original return to be fully processed before sending in an amended return this could be the cause of the delay.  Try calling the number on the IRS site as early in the day as possible and watch the mail because if the IRS really needs you to do something they mail you a notice.