Congratulations, you're seven weeks pregnant! You’re probably over the moon and excited about what lies ahead. But just like every other stage of pregnancy, this week comes with its own unique set of challenges.
One thing that could make you panic and sprint to your doctor's office (or Google) is when bleeding occurs. It can trigger fear in even the bravest of us. However, not all bleeding during pregnancy means doom-and-gloom scenarios. Some are perfectly normal (yes, really!) So get comfortable as we take a deep dive into bleeding at seven weeks pregnant.
Why Am I Bleeding?
Before any conclusions or freak-outs happen, we should first outline some possible reasons why you might be bleeding:
Implantation Bleeding
This “charming” phenomenon happens when your fertilised egg burrows itself in the lining of your uterus resulting in a slight discharge - similar to spotting - from down below. Approximately one-third of women experience implantation bleeding around the time their period was due before realising they’re pregnant.
Cervical Changes
Now that there's life inside your womb-tenant block(LOL), some changes are required . These changes include an increase in blood flow leading to a more sensitive cervix making it fragile enough to bleed easily.
Sex/Vaginal Exams
Although sex may seem tricky right now since nobody wants to squish 'Junior',and vaginal exams seem ungodly uncomfortable - but these activities can cause mild trauma which can lead to fainting episodes after losing up some wee amounts bloods on days following a vigorous session with hubby/hubby wanna-be or vaginal exam
Don’t worry; many more reasons could be behind any form bleeds discovered during this phase.Rest easy however only subtle pains last less than two hours The most important step is knowing which type of bleeding is normal and which one requires prompt review from a doctor.
Normal Bleeding at Seven Weeks Pregnant
Yes, some forms of pregnancy-related bleedings are expected. Expecting anything good during pregnancy sounds unbelievable, but this one’s an exception (just in case Mrs Universe is reading- we know you're the exception to the rule).
Spotting
Don't infer that all red stains rendered provoke bad results.Remember when we mentioned implantation- yeah_spotting?- It can appear like spotting or light pink discharge - this does not mean there’s an issue. It's possible for even more random spots throughout your week seven and eight period as your body adjusts.
Subchorionic Hemorrhage
It may sound alarming, with its big medical jargon name but don’t worry - it means blood has gathered between the outer layer of your placenta or gestational sac resulting in mild bleeding. While it isn't ideally common, about twenty percent or less women experience subchorionic hemorrhages without much interest over morbidity while conception thrives on unaffected .
Progesterone Suppositories
After conceiving through IVF fertilization method progesterone suppositories serve multiple purposes.Vaginal stabs using these have been leaighed upon aiding egg implants.Much expectancny creates hormonal hormones leading to supplements regularly They could cause vaginal irritation making them slightly unwelcome; they spark off smearing experiences bright reddish-brown discharges-hoewever nothing too serious
In summary,don’t be too hard on yourself if bleeding occurs during week seven.This phase comes equipped full of surprises so try stay loose!