Is it normal to be in your first trimester 6 weeks and to be spotting it’s not heaving but when I wipe there’s a little blood this is my first pregnancy
WeMoms
2 Apr 2024
First Trimester Bleeding: When to Worry and When to Relax
First Trimester Bleeding: When to Worry and When to Relax
Congratulations on your pregnancy 👏🏽
The first trimester is an exciting time, but it can also be nerve-wracking, especially if you experience bleeding.
Don't panic just yet; bleeding in the first trimester is more common than you think, and it doesn't always mean that something is wrong 😉
Relax: Light Spotting is Common
Many women experience light spotting during the first trimester of their pregnancy, particularly around the time of their missed period.
This is usually nothing to worry about, as it can be a result of implantation bleeding or hormonal changes.
You may also experience light spotting after intercourse, as the cervix can be more sensitive during pregnancy.
It's important to differentiate between spotting and bleeding 🤗
Spotting is characterized by a few drops of blood on your underwear or when you wipe after using the bathroom, whereas bleeding is more substantial and may require the use of a pad or tampon.
If you're experiencing light spotting, try to relax and avoid strenuous exercise or heavy lifting.
Worry: Heavy Bleeding is Cause for Concern
If you're experiencing heavy bleeding, it's important to contact your healthcare provider immediately 👩🏽⚕️
Heavy bleeding is characterized by soaking through a pad or tampon in an hour or less, passing clots larger than a quarter, or experiencing severe cramping.
This could be a sign of a miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy, both of which require immediate medical attention.
Don't hesitate to contact your healthcare provider, even if you're not sure if your bleeding is considered heavy.
Relax: Your Baby is Likely Safe
If you're experiencing light spotting, it's important to remember that your baby is likely safe.
In fact, studies show that up to 30% of women experience bleeding during the first trimester, and most go on to have healthy pregnancies 🫶🏼
While it's important to keep an eye on your symptoms and contact your healthcare provider if they worsen, try to avoid jumping to conclusions or assuming the worst.
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Pamela
22 Aug 2023
First ultrasound today… extremely nervous! I want this bleeding to stop already so I can relax without that worry!
Ariel Acosta
Let me know how it goes I’ve been bleeding since 4 weeks 😩
27 Mar 2024
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Pamela
I went to the hospital on Sunday and found out I have a sub chorionic hematoma. I also been bleeding since 4 weeks ( more like spotting) but my doctor asked me to come in when I called him yesterday.
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Shalee
21 Aug 2023
I’m having light bleeding does anyone know what that could mean? The nurses hotline told me that it’s normal to have light bleeding in the first trimester and if I start to heavily bleed and have cramps and have clots the size of eggs then I need to be seen but she said that it’s nothing to worry about but I wanted to come on here and see if any moms have had the same thing in your first trimester. I’m a first time mom so I started to freak out. Someone help plz tell me
Caroline
I heard it’s very normal to spot as long as it’s light!!
27 Mar 2024
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Shalee
Okay I just started to freak out
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Kiara
28 Mar 2023
The cramping, aches, pains, discomfort, soreness will never get normal to me.. I would worry everytime I feel like 😂 I haven’t bleed since I’ve been pregnant very light discharge only once.. and yet I still worry about this little munchkin. I really just need to relax and just go with the flow 😩☮️🧘♀️
Sara
Girl same! I did have a miscarriage before this pregnancy so every trip to the restroom I have super bad anxiety.. 😥
27 Mar 2024
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Kiara
Oh wow sorry to hear that.. well I’m learning to not worry myself because that’s not helping at all. Can actually make it worst.. so continue to thrive queen you got this ☺️
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💛🧡Trish💙💚
27 Dec 2022
Which trimester do you think was the hardest? 🤔The first trimester was bad for me when it came to morning sickness🤢...now I'm in my third and I'm starting to feel uncomfortable and the morning sickness 🤮 has come back horribly 😔. The second trimester was like a Vacation for me. 😂 lol
Symone
W/ my daughter I actually had a great pregnancy I wasn’t sick on any trimester BUT MY SON LOL girrrrrrl i was slump my 1st trimester- 2nd I didn’t wanna do nothing i stayed in the house more it was my last trimester I had alot of energy lol on top of him trynna come early at 22 weeks and when it was time to have him he didnt wanna come they had to break my water GIRRRRL. I FELT EVERYTHING WITH HIM LOL
27 Mar 2024
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💛🧡Trish💙💚
Yeah I'm having a boy and this is my first. I was enjoying the fact morning sickness had gone away. And they day girls make you sicker then boys. 🙄 lol
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Emily
27 Nov 2022
I’m 8 weeks today!! Halfway through the first trimester! My worries of miscarrying goes down every week when I know I’m getting closer to my second trimester. I honestly cannot wait to see my baby and eventually know the gender.
Kaitlyn
I'm 8 weeks 6 days and get to go see my baby on Nov 30 I can't wait
27 Mar 2024
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Jennifer
19 Sep 2022
ANYONE ELSE BLEEDING AND UR IN FIRST TRIMESTER THIS IS MY 4TH WENT TO ER FOUND OUT
Natalee
me and this is my first so im worried. its not heavy and only really when i wipe.
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Jasmin
28 May 2022
Hey so I’m in my first trimester of my first pregnancy & when I went in for blood work my hcg levels only went from 4100 to 4243 in two days. Should I be concerned? Or has this happened to anyone? I’m trying not to worry but it’s so hard #hcglevels #firsttimemom
Shyanne
Maybe twins!
27 Mar 2024
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alyssa
I wouldn't be concerned just yet love, I would wait for your next beta work up and see what it looks like then before you start to worry! 💙 sending good vibes your way!
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Cyla
21 Nov 2021
Hey! I’m new to this whole pregnancy thing did you moms ever worry about health problems or miscarriage I’m your first trimester? I’m 2 months along and still have that little worry any opinions?
Tiffany
Hi I’m 19 weeks pregnant and this is my first baby too! And yes everyone worries about that stuff. It’s understandable
27 Mar 2024
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Cyla
Thank you guys! I’m 6 weeks and just now starting to have Symptoms of vomiting when I went from no symptoms at all. Pregnancy is weird but a beautiful thing.
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