Postpartum bleeding or spotting

2026-08-17 19:36:42
4 weeks postpartum (c-section) 2 to 3 drops of  spotting per day. It's on and off. Some days it's there some days it's not. Color is pink, brown sometimes it's red. Im exclusively breastfeeding my baby. Is it normal?
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What you are describing is very likely normal lochia, the natural discharge that continues for up to 6 weeks after delivery and can shift between pink, brown, and light red as it settles. Breastfeeding can also trigger small on-and-off spotting because of hormonal contractions of the uterus.
Next Steps
Please still mention this at your 6-week postnatal check-up and share how your c-section wound is healing.
Health Tips
Come in earlier if the discharge turns foul-smelling, becomes heavy, or you develop fever or severe pain.

Answered2026-08-28 14:39:54

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After delivery there is discharge which is called lochia.if there is some excessive discharge or bleeding.Then examination is needed

Answered2026-08-22 08:06:32

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Answered2026-08-19 14:24:38

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Yes, this is completely normal. What you're experiencing is lochia — normal postpartum uterine discharge. At 4 weeks post C-section, lochia transitions to a lighter phase (lochia serosa/alba) which appears pink, brown, or occasionally light red, and can come and go. Breastfeeding also stimulates uterine contractions through oxytocin release, which can occasionally trigger small amounts of fresh spotting. 2-3 drops per day is minimal and not a concern.
Next Steps
No treatment needed — continue breastfeeding as normal. Watch for warning signs that need immediate attention: soaking a pad per hour, large blood clots, foul-smelling discharge, fever, or severe abdominal pain. Your 6-week postpartum follow-up is coming up — mention this to your OB at that visit. Consult me on Practo for further guidance.

Answered2026-08-18 12:03:15

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Answered2026-08-18 09:02:15

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It is normal to have discharge after delivery We call it lochia What you have to understand that it shouldn’t be heavy and any active bleeding needs to be checked And you must visit your obstetrician

Answered2026-08-18 08:43:24

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It's OK Nothing to worry

Answered2026-08-20 05:14:46

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Answered2026-08-19 05:38:37

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Its normal after delivery called lochia

Answered2026-08-19 02:45:04

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It's normal
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consult if there is excessive bleeding

Answered2026-08-18 16:31:19

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