Did you experience periods during pregnancy? Are you wondering on the lines that if it is possible to have period bleeding in the pregnancy phase? Well, although many think that it may not be possible, there are certain chances too. And it is indeed worrying about experiencing bleeding, as this should not be the case.

Whether you have light or extreme bleeding, having periods during pregnancy is not pleasing. Let us know all about it today and find out when is it that you need to worry and get a checkup in this instance. Let’s get started!

Period vs. Pregnancy: Can You Menstruate During Pregnancy?

The periods and menstrual cycle occur for every woman when an egg becomes fertilized. Eggs are released from women’s ovaries every month. But hey, let us be clear and sort the doubts out! One cannot have periods during pregnancy. If you have the blood coming out, it definitely is not a period (not heavy flow), and if it is a heavy and proper period, you may not be pregnant too!

However, we understand it is not a simple and obvious case always. You may have bleeding or spotting to an extent only (1). During pregnancy, complete periods can not occur. However, spotting can. This is a possible case, and if you spot it, it doesn’t necessarily mean there is serious concern or issue. This spotting often is pink or dark brown in color and stops in no time. But if you have heavy or enough bleeding during the pregnancy like period, you have to consult and rush to your health care provider immediately.

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Causes of Periods (Bleeding) During Pregnancy:

Although periods during pregnancy are not possible, the causes of bleeding and spotting during pregnancy may be due to varied reasons. The most common reasons and causes of bleeding at pregnancy as per the phase and trimester are as follows (2,3)