Light bleeding in the early weeks of pregnancy is common and is usually not a problem. If you are less than 16 weeks pregnant and you are bleeding you must call your GP Doctor. Heavy or long bleeding may mean you need to be seen in the hospital to check yours and your baby’s health.
Later pregnancy bleeding
If you’re more than 16 weeks pregnant, call maternity triage right away if you have any of these symptoms:
bleeding from your vagina
watery fluid from your vagina
strange or smelly discharge from your vagina
a really bad headache that doesn’t go away when you drink water or take medicine
swollen hands, ankles, and face
constant tummy pain
feeling really sick
very itchy hands and feet
changes in your baby’s movements (after 28 weeks of pregnancy)
signs of labour before you’re 37 weeks pregnant.
If you need more information or support with miscarriage, Towards Tomorrow Together plays an important role in supporting parents after the loss of a baby or child, at any age (up to 18) or stage of pregnancy. The Miscarriage Association offers support with miscarriage and provides a staffed pregnancy loss helpline.
There is support available in Somerset through Somerset – End Of Life Care and Bereavement Support including extra information, helplines, forums, online chat, groups that meet, talking to dedicated supporters and counselling. This support is available from local and national organisations.
