period question

Lindiwe - posted on 10/06/2009

I had mine for 8 weeks - so I'd say its normal.The other thing that affects the hormornes is the contraception ( injection) so you need to take triphasals (the white ones) only for a week though, if the bleeding does not stop then you neede to consult your doctor.

Sarah - posted on 09/30/2009

you could have some after birth still in there this happened to me even if you dont you should see a doctor as large clots are a sign something isnt right

Ipeleng - posted on 09/30/2009

Hi Carolanna



I had my baby with an operation, but soon after that I had the same problem and I asked the doctor, what's really wrong with me and I was told its natural.



I don't think you should really worry about that, but my suggestion is to rather consult a doctor.

Ipeleng - posted on 09/29/2009

Quoting Carolann:

period question

im currently on my first period since having my little girl 6 weeks ago. this period is now on its 7th day and is extremely heavy im filling a pad and soaking knickers also, my periods before i got pregnant were always heavy but not this heavy,

like i said on 7th day of period now but its showing no signs of letting up. also been getting cramping in my tummy, and just above my hips a cramping that just will not go away, im getting rather large clots, and where i had my cathater in im still rather sore STILL.

the beginning of my period was black rather than red but now its red just extremely heavy is this normal? or should a call to the dr be arganged x

Mary - posted on 09/29/2009

It can be pretty scary, but try not to worry, that won't help. I had some problems after my second was born. The doctor gave me some pills, and said to take it easy for a few days, like a new mother can take it easy. Make sure you are eating right,and try to get some sleep. Good luck!

Sammie - posted on 09/29/2009

it can take a few months for things to return to normal. if you are concerned see your dr but it is common for things to be irregular for a little while

Natalee - posted on 09/29/2009

After the birth of my first child I found that my periods also got significantly heavier. While it is most likely normal and will take a few cycles to get back to normal its always good to check with the dr, that's their job to make us feel reassured. He may also be able to give you something to help alleiviate the pain. Good luck and try not to worry!

Angel - posted on 09/29/2009

8 weeks after I had my son, my period was horrible. I remember thinking that something was wrong with me. My cramps felt like contractions, It was extremley painful and heavy. So from my experience i would say it is completley normal, not to worry. They get better as each period passes. My first 3 were not fun.

Andi - posted on 09/29/2009

I have to agree with Tammy and Brandie on this also. Every woman's hormones and body changes with each child. If you are feeling that is not "normal" for you, call your doctor without hesitation. Let them know your concerns and work with them to get the answers you need that fit your body at this time.

Krystal - posted on 09/29/2009

honey...you are perfectly okay.It is so dark due to you not having one in awhile.I have 3 children and each one of my periods afterward were different.My oldest I went for 2 wks, my middle child I went for almost 3 months (I had some clotting issues) and my youngest I went for 3 wks.Everything you are going through is normal.But if u r worried I would call ur doc.

Karla - posted on 09/29/2009

I would go to the doctor. I had twins and about two weeks after they were born I bled really heavy and continued for 48 weeks after that. I have been to the doctor and he put me on estrogen to try to stop the bleeding and that didn't work, made it worse actually.. I cried at the doctors office and said please do something, I can't live like this anymore, I have twins to take care of and I am missing out on their milestones and too tired and weak to play with them. He finally booked me for a D n C.. I was supposed to have it done in January and it got moved to March... ugh.. I was not a happy camper.. so March finally came around and had the surgery done and since then, things have been back to normal. So go to the doctor as soon as possible. I wouldn't want you to go thru what i had to. Good Luck and keep us posted

Tammy - posted on 09/29/2009

I agree with Brandie!!! Contact your Dr. ASAP. If it is "normal" let them be the one to tell you. There can be several issues going on. Thats what the Dr is there for.

Brandie - posted on 09/29/2009

Wow!! I CANNOT get over some of these responses!! Call your dr right away!! Six weeks later you should be lightening up on you flow, should be dark in color and little or no clots. If is red, esp bright red with large clots then you should notify your dr immed. yes periods can be heavy and a cycle can be out of wack for quite some time after having a baby, but what harm is a phone call gonna do, at the very least put your mind at ease, besides better safe than sorry, esp with an other life dependent upon yours. After everything gets normal and your periods are still heavy, there is not any need to 'tough' it out, there are other options besides going on birth control to help manage heavy flows, you just need to communicate with your dr on this issue.

Rorie - posted on 09/29/2009

it is normal to have a heavier than normal period after a baby... you are adjusting and cleaning out. My boys are in their twenties, but I think it lasted 2 weeks... Call the doc just to be sure...
Congrats on a new angel!

Monica - posted on 09/29/2009

It is really normal to bleed like that after having a baby. You have to remember that you went 9 months without a period. So the black was all the old blood getting out of your system. As far as the cath well you should be getting your six 6 week check up soon and need to tell your Dr. about that as well as the clots and the pain. You will have clots but if you are worried then say something to you Dr. that might mean that something went wrong with the cath. I have three kids and it is normal for the bleeding and clots but if you feel it is something that is not right then don't play around with it and see what your Dr. says after he/she looks at you. It might not be nothing but better safe than sorry.

Debora - posted on 09/29/2009

most drs would have you seen by the time child is 6wks old its called post delivery check up sounds like it needs to be done ,if your husband in there or another family member say mom ask her what she thinks but i say go to er they can call the dr in to check you or do it themself.its safe than not being around for your little girl .i will be praying for all of you .

Melody - posted on 09/29/2009

I think you need to go to the doctor.

Jackie - posted on 09/29/2009

If your clots are larger then a quarter then you need to see a doctor right away! I don't mean wait 3 days for an appointment either. I mean urgent care, walk in clinic or emergency room see ANY doctor!

Joline - posted on 09/29/2009

I also had a really bad period after all of my children. the safest and easiest would be to call the dr. he is the for sure answer. only he can tell you if anything is ok. and if it is ok then no harm better safe than sorry

Maggie - posted on 09/29/2009

You can probably solve it with just a phone call. The nurse ask you some questions and tell you what they think and what to watch for. I think after you have a baby your period will be screwed up for a while - mine was both times. Really heavy and soaking a pad every hour or two. Most of the time it's nothing to worry about.

Jessoliver87 - posted on 09/29/2009

Before I had my son, I was getting my periods about 2-3 times a year and they were light, only lasting about a day or 2 at the very most. Now I get them every month and they are much heavier and lasting at least 5 days. Its normal for your body to change. If its worrying you though, just see your doctor, Better to be safe than sorry! :)

Ritianne - posted on 09/29/2009

Check with your doctor so that your mind is put at rest but for you to know, I also used to have heavy periods before I got pregnant. Now I have heavier periods every time. My last period lasted for 11 days then stopped for two and continued for another four days. Hopefully next one will be ok. At some point I had gone to a doctor who suggested to go on the pill for a less heavier period but did not tell me to concern myself. I never took the pill. I used to take it when I was younger. I had a normal flow as long as I took it and as soon as I stopped it, it went back to being heavy. So sometimes we have to accept it's our nature and leave it at that.

Melissa - posted on 09/29/2009

There is nothing wrong with you! It takes time for everything to go back to 'normal'. With baby #5 it took a year and a half of "monster" periods (extremely heavy and lasting 10 days or so and afraid to stand up) before things started to iron out. I did finally go see the doctor and she said it had a lot to do with hormones and I had to either wait it out or go on the pill (which sort of makes the point of my husband's vasectomy moot) so I just waited it out.

Beverly - posted on 09/29/2009

Carolann, This is normal, not to worry unless the cramps keep getting really bad & don't want to go away call your dr. just to be salf

Lindsay - posted on 09/29/2009

i think you should call your doctor because im not sure if that is normal. They usually say if you soak a pad within an hour that you should see a doc because you could be hemmoraging. I know that normal heavy bleeding is okay its just your body getting back to its normal cycle but if you are soaking a pad and your knickers then i would call and see there is no harm in asking. Better to be safe than not. Hope that helps

Sarah - posted on 09/29/2009

this is pretty normal and so is the cramping! you just had a baby but in the end if your really concerned call your docter but you probaly think your gonna bleed to death the worst is just when you think it stops it will start again! good luck to you and hang in there

Ann Marie - posted on 09/29/2009

I would call the Dr ASAP!!!

Teresa - posted on 09/29/2009

Hi Carolann, I would go see your Dr just to put your mind at rest and make sure everything is ok, I am sure it is and unfortunatly this happens sometimes for some new mums, but you really need to make a visit and make sure everything is as it should be . take care and congratulations on you new baby

Roseanne - posted on 09/29/2009

i bled for 2 and a half weeks with my first period which was quite heavy, but if your worried...i'd say something to the health visitor and see what she says xx



(edit - i breastfed and have been told its one of the reasons i bled for so long)

Amy - posted on 09/29/2009

I can remember having a heavy period after having my son. I do not remember it being for seven days. I would call and make an appointment with your doctor. There's no such thing as being too safe when it comes to your health and now you have a little girl to stay healthy for!