how common is this?

Question

how common is being pregnant and still having your period?

Answer 1

I really don't think it's that common. It happens in a few cases, but it's not a real "period." It's just bleeding, but not an actual period. Check out the links below for some more information on why it's not possible to actually menstruate during pregnancy.

Answer 2

http://www.babycenter.com/expert/preconception/gettingpregnant/7102.html
Question: Can you be pregnant and still get your period?

Answer: Well, no, you can't get your period once you're pregnant — once your body starts producing the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and your pregnancy is established, your menstrual cycle is interrupted and normal periods stop. But you may have bleeding or spotting during pregnancy that can seem like a period.

Some pregnant women have what's called "implantation bleeding" that can happen around the time their period is due, and they may mistake that bleeding for a period. This spotting may be caused by the fertilized egg burrowing into the blood-rich lining of the uterus, a process that starts just 6 days after fertilization, and it's generally a lot lighter than a typical period — just a day or two of very light spotting.

If you're pregnant and you're not sure when your last period started, this can make establishing a due date difficult for your healthcare provider. If you have any doubts, your provider can feel how big your uterus is with a pelvic examination and estimate how far along you are. In most cases, your provider will also order an ultrasound before the middle of your pregnancy to measure the size of your developing baby and clarify exactly when the baby is due.

Many women who bleed a little bit in early pregnancy deliver without any complications, but bleeding can also be a cause for concern. It may be the first sign of a miscarriage. If so, your symptoms probably will go on to include heavy cramping and bleeding much heavier than a normal period.

Abnormal bleeding can also be a sign of ectopic or tubal pregnancy. If you have sharp pains in your lower abdomen, especially if the pain is only on one side, you should see your practitioner right way to find out if you have an ectopic pregnancy. A tubal pregnancy can be life-threatening, and sometimes the only symptom is bleeding around the time your period is expected. Often, the period may be lighter than usual. Sometimes a home pregnancy test will be negative, and the pregnancy can only be detected by checking blood hCG levels.

If you bleed at all early in your pregnancy, it's best to notify your doctor or midwife to get specific instructions. She may suggest getting a blood test to check your hCG levels or order an ultrasound to evaluate your condition more thoroughly.

Answer 3

I was three months pregnant, didn't know it, as I continued to have a regular period.
My sister experienced the same thing with all three of her children.
My mom also had her period while pregant with us.
So, in my family it seems to be pretty common.
If you have any suspicion at all that you might be pregnant, I say get a blood test so you know for sure!

Answer 4

I don't think it's that common but it happens to quite a few women. I know some women that it's happened to.

Answer 5

You don't have your period if you are pregnant. There are many causes of bleeding during pregnancy, it should be reported to your doctor.

Answer 6

i don't know the percentage but i have friends that had that happen.....and i know that my doctor told me that it is common to have your period (not a regular one) during the first and sometimes second month of pregnancy

Answer 7

It is common I know a few people it has happen to.