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A member asked:

38 weeks pregnant and lost my mucus plug last week. today after using the restroom i noticed some pink blood when i wiped. is this normal?

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Yes: If you are just noticing it when you wipe and it is not heavy this is normal at 38 weeks. Your bdy is getting ready for labor. Best wishes.

Answered 4/13/2017

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Bloody show: Normal and usually precedes the onset of labor. Your body is preparing for delivery. Good luck.

Dr Russo agreed

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