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25 week pregnancy bleed and returning to exercise

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Mumtomandm · Yesterday 20:32

Anyone with experience or potentially medical expertise…

I was admitted to hospital for a couple of nights (at just over 25 weeks pregnant) because I had fresh blood in the toilet and bright red blood when I wiped a few times. They checked everything and monitored over the next couple of days- cervix was long and closed, placenta high, baby fine and growing nicely, my obs and bloods fine. They did an internal examination when I first arrive and saw there was bleeding in the vagina (it was on the tool too when they pulled it out) but no obvious source/cause.

The bleeding stopped pretty quickly but I continued to have pink discharge at points the next day, ending with a very mucusy looking discharge and clear red streaks of blood so kept me in another 24 hours but that was the last of it.

I had had very slight pink tinged discharge about 1x week in the three weeks building up to this hospital admission.

They essentially couldn’t say what it was so sent me on my way and just said to come straight back if any blood at all.

A long-winded way of saying… do you think I can return to working out? It’s kind of my mental health vice that I need to feel okay and my MH hasn’t been great with life being so chaotic. The midwife at the hospital just said ‘ease back in’ or at least not for a couple of days.. but it felt vague. I like to do weights for example but not sure when I can!? I have a static bike I could start with.

Thanks in advance if anyone does have any advice!

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tiredtiredd · Today 03:55

I’d avoid anything other than walking. You only have a few weeks to wait. It’s nothing in the scheme of things.

ThatLoudCat · Today 03:31

Personally, I would avoid heavy lifting and anything high impact.

Walking is a good option and can be great for mental health.

catsflorafauna · Today 03:22

Hope you’re feeling okay now. Unfortunately a lot of pregnancy advice even from professionals is vague. I personally would take it abit easier and take pelvic rest for a few weeks. I understand what you’re saying about your mental health but maybe some lighter exercise options-walking and swimming for the time being.

this is generalised info on pelvic rest

Pelvic rest during pregnancy means avoiding putting anything into the vagina and limiting activities that put pressure on the pelvic area. 1, 2]
What Pelvic Rest Means

  • No vaginal insertion: No sexual intercourse, tampons, or douching.
  • Sexual activity limits: Doctors often advise against orgasms or external sexual stimulation because contractions can affect the cervix.
  • Activity limits: You may need to avoid heavy lifting, deep squatting, or strenuous lower-body exercise.
  • Not bed rest: You can still walk, work, and do light daily tasks unless your doctor also ordered bed rest. You can learn more about activity guidelines from What to Expect.