What are some of the causes of first trimester bleeding?
by Robert James Gallo, MD, FACOG The first three months of your pregnancy are referred to as the first trimester. Each trimester lasts approximately three months, so there are three trimesters for each pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding bleeding in pregnancy at any time is a significant event, and you should inform your OBGYN if you experience vaginal bleeding of any kind. As many as one out of every three women will experience vaginal bleeding, so if you do, don’t panic. Notify your OBGYN and follow through with the recommendations that are suggested. There are many reasons for vaginal bleeding during the first trimester, some are serious and significant, some are less serious and pose no threat to the pregnancy. The most benign type of bleeding is called “implantation bleeding”. This is bleeding from the site in the uterus where the developing fetus has chosen to implant. It is painless bleeding and occurs often. Your OBGYN will more than likely ask that you restrict heavy activity, and avo
