is it really that common to get your period when your pregnant.?

Question

i always hear about how your not supposed but then i also hear about all these women who have it and their babys are fine.

how really common is it??
im 35 weeks and have had a period the whole time!!

Answer 1

You can not have a real period when you are pregnant, since a period is the disposal of the unused egg and uterus lining. There are many women who experience bleeding, but it should be reported to their doctor because it could indicate a problem. I had bleeding and ended up having placenta previa.

Answer 2

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.

http://www.babycenter.com/expert/preconception/gettingpregnant/7102.html

Answer 3

Wow. A friend of mine was telling me how her cousin gave birth about a month ago. She did not know she was pregnant because she kept having her period and only gained 4 lb. When she found out she was giving birth, it was because she went to the ER because of back pain. She is very active, so the worried the baby was preemie or would be stillborn, but everything was A OK, and now she has a little girl.

I don't figure it is really common, as this was the first case I had ever heard of.

Answer 4

Technically it's not your period. The purpose of menstruation is to clean out all the tissue in your uterus. The bleeding that you experience every month while pregnant can be caused by many things. Some having to do with the placenta and it's placement.

Check out this site for some information. Most importantly, if there is any cramping or pain at all, call your OB right away.

http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/pregnancy/prenatalhealth/3081.html

Also check out www.justmommies.com

Good Luck!

Answer 5

I was always told that it is uncommon to have a full blown period while pregnant. I have heard of women spotting but not to many with heavy periods.

Answer 6

If you're bleeding while pregnant, you are not having a "period" but bleeding that is associated with your pregnancy. I hope you are under a doctor's care!

Answer 7

i wouldnt say common! but myhusbands cousin had her period during her whole pregnancy! and her son is a happy healthy young boy

Answer 8

No it is not common.

Answer 9

gahh that sucks!! i hate periods

Answer 10

no.