37 weeks of bleeding

In the later stages of pregnancy, many women are ready for delivery at any time. After all, as a mother, they need to be strong enough to face the issue of childbirth. Some women experience spotting during pregnancy after 37 weeks of pregnancy, which makes many women feel worried, wondering whether they are about to give birth. So what should you do if you experience spotting during 37 weeks of pregnancy?

What should I do if I have spotting during the 37th week of pregnancy?

1. Spotting during pregnancy is actually a small amount of vaginal bleeding, which depends on the stage of pregnancy when you have the bleeding. If it is at full term, the uterine blood vessels may be slightly reduced or enlarged, which may cause some bleeding in the vagina, indicating that the pregnant woman may be about to give birth.

2. Due to uterine contractions, the baby's head begins to fall into the pelvis, and the placenta and endometrium gradually separate and the friction will cause blood vessels to rupture and bleed, which is commonly known as pregnancy spotting. It is usually a light pink or dark brown thick liquid, or there may be blood in the secretions. Generally, spotting during pregnancy occurs 24 hours before the pain, but it can also occur a few days before or even a week before delivery.

3. If there is only light bleeding and the amount is small, the pregnant mother can stay at home for observation and pay attention to not being too busy and avoid excessive exercise. If you experience bleeding, bleeding beyond your period, or abdominal pain, you should seek medical attention immediately. You can just stay in the hospital on your own, there is no need to call an ambulance.

Does spotting during the 37th week of pregnancy mean that the baby is coming soon?

If you have spotting during the 37th week of pregnancy and you have irregular abdominal pain, you can observe it. If the abdominal pain is severe, you should go to the hospital for treatment. Symptoms of having a baby include spotting during pregnancy, breaking of the amniotic fluid, and intermittent abdominal pain. Simple abdominal pain, if it is intermittent pain, the time interval gradually decreases, and the intensity of abdominal pain gradually increases, is also the main manifestation of labor.

If a woman experiences spotting after 37 weeks of pregnancy, it is recommended not to worry too much, but to remain calm and pay attention to good body changes. If pain occurs, it may be time for delivery. However, if the bleeding is light, you can observe at home, take more rest, and avoid strenuous exercise.