Period FAQs

can you be on your period and still be pregnant

by Antonetta Lockman Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Can you still have your period and be pregnant? After a girl is pregnant, she no longer gets her period. But girls who are pregnant can have other bleeding that might look like a period. For example, there can be a small amount of bleeding when a fertilized egg implants in the uterus.

Can girl get pregnant right after her period ends?

The chances of getting pregnant are low right after periods compared to a few days or a week in the menstrual cycle: If a woman has sex without using contraception, she may get pregnant at any time during the menstrual cycle, even during or just after the period.

Can I get pregnant just after my period has finished?

The chances of getting pregnant just after the period depend on how short the menstrual cycle is and how long the period lasts. If periods are long, women may only have a few days left after the period ends before fertile days begin. If the menstrual cycle is short, for example, 22 days, then women could ovulate just days after the period.

Can you get pregnant without having a period?

Yes, it is very much possible to ovulate and get pregnant without your periods. This is most likely the case with women who face the problem of irregular periods. It is important to understand that ovulation is important for getting pregnant and if you have your periods regularly, then you would be ovulating regularly too.

Is spotting an early sign of pregnancy?

When an egg is fertilized, it attaches itself to the wall of the uterus. Sometimes this causes spotting and cramps which are some of the earliest signs of early pregnancy. Spotting during early pregnancy may present itself as light spotting or bleeding, brownish in color, often seen when you wipe.

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Can you get a full period and still be pregnant?

The short answer is no. Despite all of the claims out there, it isn't possible to have a period while you're pregnant. Rather, you might experience “spotting” during early pregnancy, which is usually light pink or dark brown in color.

Can you bleed like a period in early pregnancy?

Spotting or bleeding may occur shortly after conception, this is known as an implantation bleed. It is caused by the fertilised egg embedding itself in the lining of the womb. This bleeding is often mistaken for a period, and it may occur around the time your period is due.

Why do I feel pregnant even though I had my period?

Feeling pregnant on your period could happen due to: Normal hormonal fluctuations during menstruation. The flu or another illness. Fatigue or queasiness for other non-pregnancy reasons.

Why is my pregnancy test positive but I got my period?

Getting your period a week after a positive pregnancy test can be confusing and frightening, but it's actually much more common than you might realize. You may have experienced what's often referred to as a chemical pregnancy. Many women who have a chemical pregnancy actually don't even realize they've conceived.

How can you tell the difference between a period and pregnancy bleeding?

A: Unfortunately, there's no way to tell the difference between implantation bleeding and menstrual bleeding. Implantation occurs 6-12 days after conception, which is around the same time you may be expecting your monthly period, and both can produce the same amount of bleeding.

How much bleeding is normal in early pregnancy?

Implantation bleeding “It happens between 6 and 12 days after conception as the fertilized egg implants into your uterus,” Dr. Heber says. This bleeding is typically light and may last for a few days.

Can implantation bleeding fill a pad?

However, while menstrual flow will usually get progressively heavier, implantation bleeding will not. On a pad: Implantation bleeding is usually light and, therefore, should not soak a pad. However, the bleeding may be enough to be noticeable, and a person may wish to wear a pantyliner.

Is it my period or am I pregnant?

When you have your period, the flow is noticeably heavier and can last up to a week. Pregnancy: For some, one of the first signs of pregnancy is light vaginal bleeding or spotting that's usually pink or dark brown. This typically happens 10 to 14 days after conception and is usually not enough to fill pads or tampons.

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