LOCHIA (BLEEDING POSTPARTUM) - BLEEDING AFTER GIVING BIRTH - POSTNATAL BLEEDING - What's normal?
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- Lochia is also known as postpartum bleeding and it occurs for up to 6 weeks after birth. Bleeding postpartum isn't usually anything to be concerned about but it is important to know what to expect and what signs to look out for which could require medical assistance. Postnatal bleeding occurs after vaginal AND C-section births. It is important to rest and take it easy while bleeding after birth to ensure that your body can heal and recover properly during the postpartum period. I hope that you find this video about postpartum bleeding helpful!
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Thanks for watching this video! Do you have any questions about Lochia? x
Its been 4 and half weeks postpartum. There is no smell and bleeding.my discharge is now transparent with a hue of white. Can i resume my sex life ?
@@ayeshawaseem1380 you can do things that are non-penetrative sex but I would still wait another 2 weeks to be on the safe side. 💓
After six week i have sex with my husbend. But its painful and bleeding happen in my vagina. is it normal?
I delivered baby 6 weeks ago.Last 2/3 days my bleeding is more heavier. In previous it was light pink or brown coloured.i can't take rest properly for taking care of baby.what can i do now?
@@jannatunnayema5935 I would always advise that you visit a doctor if you are worried. 💕
Hi my wife gave birth to a stillborn 6 weeks ago and now she is see blood what is the cause please
I am 8weeks postpartum and I am still bleeding, though it comes in the morning, and then maybe in the evening, with like 1day interval. Pls is this normal? It's really making me worried because with my first child it wasn't as long as this
I’m one month postpartum and I stopped bleeding completely even before he turned one month. I started bleeding again a few days ago, it’s not extremely heavy but it’s still coming. No pain and a bit of clot. I thought it was my period at first but to the during of the days and the amount of blood, I don’t think it’s my period. I’m just wondering if it’s normal to start bleeding again after it completely stopped. I’m breastfeeding exclusively and I had a vaginal birth.
Thank you for the video! I’ve never had post partum bleeding longer than 1-2 weeks. I wonder if that is contributed to the fundal massages I have received while in hospital, as well as red raspberry leaf tea 🤔 I know everyone is different, so this is good to hear about differing normal lengths of time for post partum bleeding. 😊
That's so good to hear! It may be to do with fundal massage and raspberry leaf tea, who knows! It's great that your bleeding stops fast anyway 😃 You may just be one of those lucky women 🍀💞
Wow! I just checked out your channel! It's so good 😍 Are you a vegan? Xxx
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja aww thank you so much! I have honestly been slacking on the quality of my editing, etc. because I don’t have a computer 😅 I have been doing everything on my phone for the past 2 years or so 🥴
My family & I used to follow a vegan diet when we were home in hawaii, but since moving to Georgia & North Carolina (southern United States) it has been challenging, so we follow a plant-based diet now. We also have backyard hens, so we eat homegrown eggs. Our 6 hens are very well taken care of. Spoiled little things! Lol
@@JessicaHolmes that's amazing! It takes alot of determination and creativity to follow a vegan/plant based diet so I take my hat off to you! I need to get more versatile with my cooking as I'm not very good and usually pick easy options that are not very healthy or have meat in them. I'm trying to cut down meat to one day a week. Where in Hawaii are you from and why have you moved away from there? I would love to go to Hawaii some day! I've only seen movies set in Hawaii and I like Jack Johnson the musician and I think he lives on one of the islands. X
I am 14 days postpartum, my blood is darker red and I change pads every 4 hours. It was pinkish after first weeks, now suddenly it is darker red.
Has your bleeding got heavier? Have you been getting enough rest over the last few days? Do you feel well? ❤️
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja I had blood loss while delivering, I am on iron supplement now. I am mostly taking bed rest, but I need to hold the baby for feeding, burping /comforting. I dont do any household chores and mostly staying at home. I feel weak sometimes but overall good. Trying to have sleep but It's difficult as you know with newborn. Blood volume is less not heavy. Kind of 3rd day of period blood.
@@iffatara375 thanks so much for replying! I'm glad the bleeding is getting less. Are you eating and drinking enough? Happy to hear that you are in bed resting. Are family helping you? Keep taking the iron. Are you making sure that you are avoiding dairy when taking the iron? No milk/cheese because it prevents iron absorption. ❤️
I'm kind of in the same boat. How did it go?
@@wildlovesould it went good. Nothing to worry 🙂
I can't wait to see all this happening to me
Clean red blood after almost one month after I gave birth
I am 2 weeks into postpartum and I'm now experiencing while milky discharge? Accompanied by fever and head aches. Should I seek medical attention?
Yes definitely get checked if you have a fever and headaches 🙏🤒
Very educative. Thank you very much
You're very welcome! 👍🤩
I am in 7 weeks post partum in my nearly 6 weeks I suddenly have blood on my underwear but it is sticky so I assume it is Red Lochia. And until now I am still having it but it is not heavy it's like I can wear a sanitary pads allnight and there's just like a size of a pingpong ball blood. Is this normal? And Am I ovulating while having this?
It just sounds like the bleeding is soon going to stop completely. Most women do not begin ovulating until at least 6 weeks after childbirth, but a few ovulate sooner. Maybe you are ovulating but it could just be the end of postpartum bleeding. Usually, women who are not breastfeeding ovulate sooner after giving birth than women who do breastfeed. Are you breastfeeding or not? X
Thank you for the reply my bleeding stops after 15 days i guess but now i am bleeding again I think this is a period because I am not breastfeeding anymore. Also I think I have dysmenorrhea. I remember this feeling when I had no baby.
I'm have bby January.... Bleed fi 3 weeks....it stop now I'm in march I'm bleeding little little it go and come in the morning or in the evening... I'm not breast feeding
Bravo this is well explained 👏👏👏
Thanks so much for your feedback 😃💗
It became creamy white to barely staining the pad and now it’s back to fully dark red in week 5
Have you had sex or done anything strenuous? That could have caused the bleeding again at week 5 postpartum 💞
I'm having the same experience please what did you do in your own case because I'm really worried
Thank you
You're most welcome 💖
Hello i gave birth 14 days ago via csection ive had some random stabing pain on my right lower stomach idk if its gas or something else it will last an hour or so and goes away i will usually pass a little bit of dark red blood after
Hi, it's normal to bleed after birth and your womb is still shrinking back down to its original pre-pregnancy size. But I would get checked by a doctor if you're in pain. It's important to look after yourself really well especially after a C-section. 💞
Hi my daughter inlaw just gave birth to a still born how long must she wait to try again for a baby
I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. I think it's a good idea to receive some therapeutic support to deal with the loss of a baby before trying to conceive again. The mind and body need at least a few months to recover. I hope your daughter-in-law is receiving the support she needs at this sad time 🙏
After 3month delivery blood is observed after every 15/20 days. Is there any. Problem?
I'm not sure. I would go to the doctor to get checked 🌹👍
I have delivered baby girl 21 days before..but still i have bleed lighter and spotting is this normal...bz my stitch also removed..
It's normal to still have light bleeding and spotting 21 days after birth. If you feel well and don't have pain or fever, it sounds like everything is ok 💓
Is it normal to see watery mucus-like blood at 9-11 days after delivery?
It may be normal so long as you are feeling ok. Do get checked by a doctor if you are concerned. X
Hi, I am 6 weeks postpartum is it normal to be bleeding as if it’s a period?
It is quite normal to still experience some bleeding but it should not be heavy. Is your bleeding heavy? Do you feel unwell? If worried, get checked by a doctor to be safe and reassured. To minimize postpartum bleeding, avoiding strenuous activity, heavy lifting and getting rest is important. Also, not having sex until your bleeding has stopped is advised. Are you breastfeeding? If not, you may have gotten your first period after giving birth. This can happen with women who are using formula milk. Thought I would ask 👍💕
Is it terrible that I’ve been quite active postpartum (15 days currently) and I keep getting gushes of dark red lochia? I haven’t had more than 1 day to fully rest. I have a 2.5 year old and we had my Mother in laws funeral shortly after being discharged from the hospital and it was a lot going on. I haven’t stayed home all day except one day and today so far, although I have been slightly active because I have a toddler as well. My husband works so it’s just me. Should I contact my OBGYN or is it ok if it’s just intermittent gushes of dark blood?
Hi! Thanks for your question. Firstly, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law law. That's terrible and must be very hard to cope with. I hope your husband is ok.
Also, you have a 2.5 year old which means you are going to be up and about with them.
You are dealing with a lot right now.
Since I am not a doctor, nor can I diagnose anything, I would always advise getting checked by a medical professional.
Bleeding after birth is normal but since you're not getting much rest and recovery time after birth, this could be causing the gushes of blood due to stress and over-exertion.
To me, it doesn't sound really really alarming but I know that I bled more when I didn't rest and it took my womb longer to heal after birth because I tried to do too much too soon.
I know it's very hard for you to relax at the moment but I would go to the doctor and then try to rest as much as you can if it's possible (when your toddler naps or goes to bed)
I would go to bed early if you can at night.
💞 Good luck darling, sending love 💕💖
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja thank you so much for your response! I am going to call my doctor today to make sure all is well, I definitely think it may be over exertion because it does tend to happen after I’ve been up and about more.
Hi @annalt6426 same is happening with me
Was that normal?
Hi is it period or lochia? After 6weeks of giving birth i got a period that last in 3-4days its maybe red or a bit lighter and this month im waiting to my period but its not returning i am pure bfmom and i have light cramps now on my lower belly
Hi! Thanks for your question. If you are a breastfeeding mum it's very rare to have a period until you stop breastfeeding. I breastfeed for 16 months and didn't get a period until 17 months after giving birth. I'm not sure what caused your bleeding after 6 weeks. Have you had sex? Sex can cause bleeding if you are not fully recovered from birth. You can also get pregnant while breastfeeding so be careful. Your womb needs to recover for atleast 2-3 months after giving birth (the area where your placenta was has to heal). If you are experiencing cramps and bleeding I would see a doctor to check you are ok and don't have an infection. It may be nothing at all and just your hormones balancing out. But I would also go and see a doctor to get checked for your own health and safety 💖👍
Been bleeding for 3 weeks now small clots. What happen? Help?
That doesn't sound bad but if you are worried please get checked by a doctor ❣️
I am 2weeks PP and only bleed after pumping. I only pump 2-3 times a day for about 15-20 mins but bright red and watery blood come out and then brown blood with small specks of clots. Then the rest of the day nothing.
It is so diff from my first pp it is so confusing!
Forgot to add hematoma in couple places is new to me too. :( overall the bleeding seems very fresh after each pump.
@@letitiapark9556 hi! It sounds like your uterus is just contracting and shrinking with the stimulation of the nipples whilst pumping. Bleeding can be sporadic after 2-3 weeks and only occur when pumping or breastfeeding. However, I always recommend seeing your doctor to make sure that everything is definitely ok to be on the safe side 💞
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja update- i had such a bad case of retained placenta lost a lot of blood and had so much huge clots come out at once went to the er. Thank you for your video as it helped my understand all postpartum can be different! This never happened with my first so it was great info!
@@letitiapark9556 is everything ok now? Glad the video helped. 💞
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja yes! I have some bleeding in and off but it isn’t heavy at all. Looks like normal period bleeding after the surgery.
My lochia seemed to have stopped at 7 days and then a been bleeding on and off at 10 days with some cramping... is it normal ?
Your uterus will be contracting back to its pre- pregnancy size which can cause cramping. It sounds like your bleeding is slowing down. If, however, you are at all concerned, always see a doctor. It personally doesn't sound worrying but if you're worried, definitely ask a doctor. 💞
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After 3 weeks I started bleeding when it had stopped, it was a lot with clots, i went to the dr and they did a sonogram. Told me everything was fine in there. Eventually it stopped and now at 6 weeks postpartum I'm bleeding agan. Why is it? Im going crazy...
@@wildlovesould I'm not sure. Are you doing too much? Bleeding can get worse if you are not getting enough rest. Are you breastfeeding? If not, it could be your period. I would go to the doctor again if you'd worried. Hope the bleeding stops soon 💞
This is my 39th day after vaginal delivery & I have again started light pink dilute bleeding.. Is this normal? Am I having periods or lochia bleeding?
Are you breastfeeding? If you are it's unlikely to be your period. It could be a bit of lochia still or just your hormones causing a bit of discharge from your womb. It could be your period if you are formula feeding your baby but always get checked at the doctor's and explain your symptoms if you are worried 💞💓
Thank u for replying..yes dr I'm breastfeeding almost 7-8 times a day & give formula milk once or twice everyday. My bleeding started again on 30th day bight red in color & then stopped on 36th day then got little spot & now just when I was thinking to take proper shower I'm having pinkish watery blood again on 39th day.
Dr this is my first pregnancy & I have a medical issue of having less platelets..
I delivered baby in January till now I have an yellowish discharge lightly.. is it normal? Answer me... I'm worried
Because I'm not a doctor or a gynaecologist I don't know what the discharge is. I would go and get checked by a doctor if you're worried. 🌹👍💗
Ok thank you
What was it?
how long is postpartum
Postpartum is considered to be 6-8 weeks but for me it's really the whole time after giving birth. Some people consider postpartum to be years. The bleeding and recovery is meant to be 2 months ❣️
What if bleeding stops after 6days?
If you're not in pain or struggling with fever or feeling unwell you may just be very lucky and have naturally stopped bleeding ☺️ However, take things easy and look after yourself. The bleeding may start again but it also may not. X
I delivered baby on 16th july. From 16 th july - 27th july (12days) i keep getting my period. After 4 days break,again i got my period on 1st August.still 26th August my period is continuing.what is the reason.please reply.
Hi, it's not your period. Your womb is shrinking and you're bleeding which is a normal part of the postpartum period. Bleeding is heavier if you do too much (exercise, cleaning, heavy lifting etc). The bleeding should stop soon. If you are worried though, I would go to see a doctor especially if you are bleeding a lot and it's not getting lighter 👍💖
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja no it's not heavy.very light bleeding which sometimes watery consistency sometimes like brown colour
@@sofiyapandiyarajan4289 ok that's good to know. It's just the normal postpartum bleeding. If it's light and watery/brown it is usually a sign that your womb is shrinking well and healing as it should. Are you breastfeeding? That can sometimes make the bleeding continue slightly longer because when you breastfeed, your womb muscles contract due to nipple stimulation. Or it could just be your hormones balancing out after giving birth. If the bleeding continues for a long time or you feel unwell, please go to the doctor to get checked ❤️
@@HypnobirthingWithAnja yes I am breastfeeding mam
@@HypnobirthingWithAnjahi, I am five weeks into my postpartum and I am still bleeding and majorly sometimes it is red and sometimes it is brownish in color. I am breastfeeding only. This is my third baby Neva had these experience with the other kids, so is these lochia or is something wrong
Hi doctor my wife gave birth last week cesarean and after 5 days it stopped bleeding is that normal .plus she has a headache almost all the time
Ty .
Hi, I would definitely get checked by a doctor as I can't give any medical advice. The headache could be a side effect from the spinal injection she had for the C-section but it could be something else. Go and seek medical attention as soon as possible please 👍💕
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Hi good night I had C's 3april but am still bleeding is that a complication it ok no cole
Do you feel unwell? Are you losing alot of blood? If you answered no to these questions, you are probably ok. Bleeding for a few weeks after birth is normal but it's important to go to the hospital if you are bleeding heavily or feel unwell. Also, take things slowly. It's important to look after yourself and not do too much after giving birth because your body needs to recover. 💖
Hii I'm vinothini from India. My delivery c section.45 days completed. Still bleeding is continuing. What problem doctor. I'm a mother feed mom
@@vinothinielangovan-gr9oo did it got resolved on its own,?
Hi! I have question. Does lochia can last for 6 months?
It doesn't usually no. It usually stops by 6-8 weeks after birth. I would go and see a doctor to see what's going on. It could be hormonal or maybe your period is trying to start again and that is causing some bleeding. It could be a womb related issue that needs looking at. Please discuss what's happening with a doctor to get a medical opinion. Hope that helps Jesalie🌹👍
Is it normal to statt bleeding again at week 6 to 7 postpartum?
It is it you have been over doing it or it may be your period too.