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I gave 1st birth bout 6 wks ago, period came back bright dark red, heavy flowing with lttle cramping. i feel like im urinating, normal?

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Normal: It is normal for the first period after giving birth to be very heavy. Best wishes!

Answered 10/26/2014

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