Spotting - Provo,UT

I don't know how common it is but I did spot for the first couple months. It was very alarming and worrying and the Docs didn't know why. An ultrasound was done and there weren't any obvious problems. It was classified a "threatened miscarriage" so don't freak-out if that's what they called it. I just took it very easy until it stopped. No one ever told me that it might actually not be a problem and I was a bit of a wreck the whole time. I had no other problems with the pregnancy.

I am 34 weeks and this is my third. I spotted with all three and with my first had regular periods for the first three months. I agree with the others, it is important to drink lots of water. If you drink pop, stop, because a lot of colas dehydrate you. This is a time to pamper yourself. Get extra sleep. Don't stress about things. Look up on the internet those sites that show you what is normal at each week, and what to call your doctor about. It will help you not stress. With this one, at about 20 weeks the spotting turned to bleeding and cramping. They put me on a series of antibiotics. It seems I had an infection, but didn't realize it. It went back to just spotting and it has been that way ever since. My doctor said every pregnancy is different and every pregnant woman is different. I spot, and that is normal for me. Good luck!

I agree with the other moms. Take it easy, don't stress about it. While lying down make sure that you keep your feet elevated, keep pillows underneath your knees. Some spotting is common during pregnancy for some women; as long as there is no cramping, there's nothing to worry about. Also fyi babycenter.com is an awesome site in tracking your pregnancy. Don't worry and good luck!

I spotted with both of my pregnancies (single & twins) off and on until about 18 weeks. Apparently, it's normal for me. I told my doctor and she said to call her if I had cramping, pain, or breakthrough bleeding. She also told me to keep hydrated and eat well, including lots of fiber. The first time, and sorry if TMI, I was also a bit constipated from the prenatal vitamins and the little bit of exertion from having a bowel movement was actually enough to make me spot a bit. I was nervous, especially because it was my first pregnancy & took nearly 2 yrs to conceive naturally, but all was well. Relax, take care of yourself, listen to your body, and communicate with your doctor. Each experience is different, and I hope yours is great.

I did same thing at around 8 weeks. It scared the sh*t out of me!!! I went to the doctor and she told me to just to relax and take it easy for a while. I took her advice and even did light duty at work for a few weeks (which was hard cause I'm a nurse and am on my feet all day). Everything was totally fine, I guess it was just my body's way of saying slow down. I didn't bleed anymore after that and now my wonderful daughter is 8 months old. So just relax and stay healthy and I'm sure everything will be fine!! Take Care!

It is okay to spot during pregnancy. You need to watch for red spotting. If you have that you need to go into the doctor right away. Take it easy and put your feet up.

I spotted with my kids and I have also miscarried twice. There is a huge difference between the two. The spotting is just a bit and I had it happen for the first half of my pregnancies, the miscarriage was bright red and a lot, like a period. I am sure you are fine.

Just watch for any odd symptoms and rest! Also some people have a period while pregnant so some times bleeding or spotting is not a big deal. Just relax and try not to worry if anything else happens call your pedi RIGHT away Congrates on the baby! Happy mothers day (If this is your first happy first mothers day :)

Hi Mindee,

My story is a bit different than those posted... I also started spotting around the same time. I was diagnosed with complete placenta previa. I had spotting off and on throughout until I was about 6 months along and the placenta moved. I was on "pelvic rest" during this time. However, my baby is perfectly healthy! So although it sounds scary, it turned out fine. If this is the case for you, don't panic (too much!). I was worried, but everything worked out perfectly! Good luck to you and baby :)

I spotted until I was 4-5 months pregnant with my first child. It can be normal to go through your whole pregnancy for some people. I know it is scary, but listen to your doctor and take it easy. It's a good excuse to sit down and put your feet up. Hope everything works out.

I spotted with both my pregnancies brown blood - that is no problem. And my spotting was off and on for probably several months. The nurse told me that the uterine lining is like a quilt of blood vessels that are criss-crossed together and it is normal for a little blood to come out. She told me I could keep working, just not to do heavy, crazy workouts. Try to relax and not be nervous about every little thing (I am a huge hypocrite saying this because I was never relaxed about anything). Everything in moderation, even worrying! Congratulations!