Vaginal bleeding in baby girl?

Question

is it normal for my 4 day old to have vaginal bleeding? what causes this?

Answer 1

I have heard of this before, I have 3 daughters.  But, to be safe you should call her doctor and just check it out.  

Answer 2

omg.TAKE HER TO THE DOCTORS.WHY ARE U HERE ASING.

Answer 3

She's having her period.

Answer 4

DOCTOR DOCTOR NOW! are you mad?

Answer 5

Vaginal bleeding and discharge in newborns can be normal as hormone levels adjust. She received hormones, specifically estrogen, from you during pregnancy.

Answer 6

Ive read that it was completely normal to have some bleeding while the baby is still a neonate...

until its 8 days old.

if your unsure though take her to the doc

Answer 7

Yes, normal, I just learned about it in my parenting classes... They're sort of a 'mini' period because of hormones and what not.

Answer 8

Don't freak out. That is normal for a newborn baby girl.

Answer 9

My doctor says it could be normal if it is a tiny bit cause all the hormones in her body she might also produce a tiny bit of breast milk but i would still call the doctor just to be sure.

Answer 10

Yes, normal, I just learned about it in my parenting classes... They're sort of a 'mini' period because of hormones and what not.

still... got to her doctor

Answer 11

Yes it is, do the reading you should have done on it!

Answer 12

This is normal! However I would still make an appointment and go to her doctor or at least talk to them on the phone!

Answer 13

Yes, a small amount of vaginal bleeding and mucous is normal.  It is from hormones that she obtained from you during pregnancy.  It should not be bright red or profuse.  If this is the case then contact your pediatrician.  If it is just a small amount every now and then don't worry it will stop. It is part of being a female.  Good luck

PS.  after you talk to your pediatrician please do a post response to clarify to those that are freaking out what your doctor said.  Thanks

Answer 14

Normal! The main cause is all the hormones working their way out of her system.

If it doesn't resolve in the next several days, consult your physician.  

Answer 15

what is vaginal?

Answer 16

Yes my niece had that and i freaked out when i saw it, but i read in the " what to expect when your expecting" that this is normal. get a book- also about the first years...

Best of luck and Congrats!  

Answer 17

Ummm... I don't think she should... Consult a doctor.

Answer 18

I don't know if it's normal or not. I think you should call her doctor immediately.

Answer 19

You should take her to the doctor just in case its something bad

Answer 20

Totally normal.  She has a ton of your hormones running through her body and it is just fine.  It is like a small form of your period.  Should go away in a couple of days.

Answer 21

Yes, it's normal.  It's from your hormones running through her during delivery...it's like a mini-period.  

Answer 22

Completely normal, my baby had vaginal bleeding at one week. I immediately called the doctor and rushed her to the office, and the doctor told me it was very common because the mother's hormones pass to the baby during delivery.  

Answer 23

I have heard of this - it is, from what I can recall, caused by remnants of hormones remaining in the baby's system that were passed prior to childbirth from the mother.  It is relatively uncommon, but should not be anything to be alarmed about.  However, for your own peace of  mind certainly let your pediatrician know so they are aware of it.

Answer 24

I think this is normal. I remember reading about this. I would call your doctor for an explanation.

Answer 25

That isn't normal.  Call the doctor.  

Answer 26

Absolutely.  As long as it's not a tonne of blood and doesn't last for more than a day or two.  It's just hormones.  My daughter had the same at about 2 days old.  Freaked my husband out!!

Congrats on your new baby!

Quoting from Dr. Spock:

Within the few weeks immediately following birth, some newborn girls will experience a small amount of bleeding from the v****a. This is entirely normal and occurs as the level of the mother's hormones in the baby's system gradually decreases. The result basically is the equivalent of a tiny menstrual period.

Answer 27

Mine did that ! My hubby called the hosp. in a panick lol and they said she will pick up my hormones .. crazy huh but in away cool I mean that little angel of your has all she need to somday give life  oh yes and congtrats