Spotting - what's normal?

[lemoncupcake]

More specifically, when would I need to call my dr.? 


I know that it can be totally normal, and occurs in many healthy pregnancies with healthy babies. I just had some brown spotting for the first time and don't really know what the "line" is for when to get their input.  

[apunicorn]

I've heard brown spotting is completely normal. I would go to your OB if it gets heavier/lasts a few days or if you have cramping. I've been on a few of these BMBs and from what I've gathered this early on it could just be implantation related (I know, seems late for implantation, right?). Also it could be an irritated cervix from sex or other activities involving poking the cervix. If you're feeling fine otherwise I'd say don't worry but I'm a big worrier myself so I know how hard it is!!

[SubtleGrandeur]

Brown seems to be ok. When I had my MC, my bleeding was red and heavy. Definitely not spotting.

If it gets heavier or turns red, I'd call the OB.

[lemoncupcake]

Thanks, that's what I thought! I'll try not to worry about it too much for now.

[MissSally]

If there is any tissue in the spotting, whether it be brown or red, I'd go to your OB. Better safe than sorry.

[alpies]

May 30, 2015 20:43:40 GMT -5 apunicorn said:

I've heard brown spotting is completely normal. I would go to your OB if it gets heavier/lasts a few days or if you have cramping. I've been on a few of these BMBs and from what I've gathered this early on it could just be implantation related (I know, seems late for implantation, right?). Also it could be an irritated cervix from sex or other activities involving poking the cervix. If you're feeling fine otherwise I'd say don't worry but I'm a big worrier myself so I know how hard it is!!

^^^all of this. Especially the part about worrying...easier said than done

[mishy2010]

Spotting can be completely normal. Total mind fuck but normal. My OB said to call for any spotting however just so she could make sure everything was ok.

[dreadpiratebuttercup]

As long as it's brown, it should be fine. I had brown spotting weeks 5-8 during my pregnancy with DD, and was a bit freaked out as well. My OB said that brown meant it was old blood, and could be from implantation or even my last period.

I know not worrying is easier said than done, though.