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Bright red bleeding 5 weeks pp (very light bleeding barley shows on pad just when i wipe ) is this normal? i do breastfeed if that makes a difference or not?

Q: bright red bleeding 5 weeks pp (very light bleeding barley shows on pad just when i wipe ) is this normal? i do breastfeed if that makes a difference or not?

: Bleeding can be somewhat irregular after having a baby especially in people who are breastfeeding. One way to solve the problem is to start a reliable form of contraception. Various methods can help regulate the menstrual cycle and prevent the next pregnancy until you are ready.

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Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Bleeding can be somewhat irregular after having a baby especially in people who are breastfeeding. One way to solve the problem is to start a reliable form of contraception. Various methods can help regulate the menstrual cycle and prevent the next pregnancy until you are ready.

Answered 8/28/2021

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Bright red bleeding 5 weeks pp (very light bleeding barley shows on pad just when i wipe ) is this normal? i do breastfeed if that makes a difference or not?

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