When should I be worried about bleeding during pregnancy?

Contact your health care provider the same day if you have light vaginal bleeding that goes away within a few hours. Contact your health care provider immediately if you have any amount of vaginal bleeding that lasts longer than a few hours or is accompanied by abdominal pain, cramping, fever, chills or contractions.

How much bleeding is normal in pregnancy?

Vaginal bleeding or spotting during the first trimester of pregnancy is relatively common. Some amount of light bleeding or spotting during pregnancy occurs in about 20% of pregnancies, and most of these women go on to have a healthy pregnancy.

How can I stop bleeding during pregnancy?

There is no way to stop bleeding during pregnancy, so you should rest and contact your healthcare provider. Rest and relax, do not undertake heavy lifting or strenuous exercise, and abstain from sex, tampon use, or douching.

Can a woman still bleed while pregnant?

Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy is any discharge of blood from the vagina. It can happen any time from conception (when the egg is fertilized) to the end of pregnancy. Some women have vaginal bleeding during their first 20 weeks of pregnancy.

Where can I get support for my pregnancy in Germany?

The Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth provides several services to women who need support and advice regarding their pregnancy. A 24-hour, free hotline is available on 0800 40 40 020 in 18 languages, as well as online support.

How long do you stay in hospital after having a baby in Germany?

Generally, after having a baby in Germany, mothers stay in hospitals for up to five days after the birth. Before going home you must collect a notification of birth (Geburtsmeldung) so that you can register your baby in Germany, which is a legal requirement. You can collect this from the German Administration Office in the hospital.

Can a foreigner give birth in a hospital in Germany?

Women can give birth in a hospital, birth house or at home, with all the options covered by health insurance. Private maternity options are also available for foreigners who want a risk-free delivery. Anyone living in Germany will need to be registered with a German health insurance scheme to have costs covered.

Who are the main point of contact during pregnancy in Germany?

The main point of contact during your pregnancy in Germany is the community midwife, who coordinates arrangements on your behalf with a team of midwives, GPs, obstetricians, and other hospital staff. The midwife is the person who will arrange appointments and tests on your behalf.