Ok, I had a stillbirth on Sept. 26th, and I thought U were supposed to bleed for 6 weeks, well i stopped after exactly 3 weeks on Oct. 17th. I then had some pink and brown blood come a couple of days ago. Whats this mean?
2007-11-05 10:34:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
How long are you really supposed to bleed after birth?
2007-11-05 10:41:44 · update #1
I only bled the heavy bleed for about 2 weeks and then it gradually lessened to the browny stuff for the next two weeks. Only 4 weeks of bleeding altogether. This is entirely normal. They say 6 wks or less because if its still there after 6 weeks there could be a problem. If you've stopped now thats normal.
If your still worried ring your doc so he can make sure there aren't any problems.
I'm very wsorry to hear about your loss. **hugs**
best of luck
2007-11-05 10:45:16 · answer #1 · answered by Cindy; mum to 3 monkeys! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I only bleed for about 2 weeks after both my still born and son at 36 weeks. I think some women just bleed more/less and the 6 wk span is to cover all cases.
2007-11-05 18:54:59 · answer #2 · answered by solarps11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The amount of time and blood you bleed after having a baby varies depending on the woman. The pink and brown blood is old blood that is being flushed away. If you are worried about it contact your OB/GYN.
2007-11-05 18:43:55 · answer #3 · answered by sweet_sensation775 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could have been old blood left over from the stillbirth. Im sorry about your loss. Good luck with conceiving in the future.
2007-11-05 18:38:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry about the loss of your baby.
Different women spot for longer than others. It isn't ever an EXACT 6 weeks.
When you go back to your Dr for your check-up, just let him/her know you are a bit concerned and I am sure he/she will reassure you that everything is fine.
2007-11-05 18:43:08 · answer #5 · answered by rose_32008 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋