how long to bleed after birth?
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How long do you bleed after giving birth? Heavy bleeding generally can last for up to 10 days after giving birth. Light bleeding and spotting after pregnancy can continue for up to four to six weeks after delivery, though it varies from person to person and pregnancy to pregnancy.
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After giving birth you need to wait at least six weeks before using a tampon, or you could be at risk of infection. The initial bleeding after birth is called lochia, and you should use maternity pads for this.
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Bleeding after birth may last for a while If your lochia lasts longer that six weeks, don't worry. That's normal too (Fletcher et al, 2012). Bleeding will start off heavy and red to browny red.
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The average time for a period after delivery is about 45 days. However, women who nurse will commonly get their periods much later. Nursing suppresses the hormone to a certain extent and that is why a woman may not get her period for up to 12 weeks or more.
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Starting right after delivery, your body will begin to shed blood and parts of the uterine lining called lochia. The bleeding and discharge are heaviest in the first few days following birth and diminishing amounts can last 5-10 days with light discharge or spotting continuing for 4-6 weeks.
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Your period will typically return about six to eight weeks after you give birth, if you aren't breastfeeding. If you do breastfeed, the timing for a period to return can vary. Those who practice exclusive breastfeeding might not have a period the entire time they breastfeed.
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When you stand, it comes out. After about 10 days, you should see less blood. You may have light bleeding or spotting for up to 6 weeks after delivery.
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Generally, the first period after a C-section lasts for a week, but in some cases, bleeding can continue for more than 12 days.
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, most postpartum women will have a “normal” menstrual cycle of 21 to 35 days with bleeding that lasts 2 to 7 days.
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It's normal to have some bleeding or spotting for up to 2-3 weeks following the miscarriage. For some women light spotting can continue until the next period. You should use sanitary pads as it makes it easier to keep track of your bleeding.
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When will my period return? Your period will typically return about six to eight weeks after you give birth, if you aren't breastfeeding. If you do breastfeed, the timing for a period to return can vary. Those who practice exclusive breastfeeding might not have a period the entire time they breastfeed.
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When will my period return? Your period will typically return about six to eight weeks after you give birth, if you aren't breastfeeding. If you do breastfeed, the timing for a period to return can vary.
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Heavy bleeding generally can last for up to 10 days after giving birth. Light bleeding and spotting after pregnancy can continue for up to four to six weeks after delivery, though it varies from person to person and pregnancy to pregnancy.
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, most postpartum women will have a “normal” menstrual cycle of 21 to 35 days with bleeding that lasts 2 to 7 days. Period cycles can change from what you experienced before pregnancy.
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Why am I bleeding? The blood you see after childbirth is called lochia. It's a type of discharge that's similar to your menstrual period, and typically lasts for four to six weeks postdelivery.
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Bleeding after a C-section is to be expected and will reduce with time. You will notice heavier bleeding immediately after your C-section, and it will decrease over time. Bleeding should stop completely after four to six weeks.
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You may have bleeding from your vagina for up to 6 weeks. It will slowly become less red, then pink, and then will have more of a yellow or white color. Bleeding and discharge after delivery is called lochia. At first, your cut (incision) will be raised slightly and pinker than the rest of your skin.