What should I know about having breast discharge and diarrhea, I am 8 months pregnant?

Answer by  milo (169)

You are probably experience pre-labor, also called Prodromal Labor. Your body is clearing your bowels in order to facilitate birth. Breast discharge is most likely colostrum, early milk. If it is yellow to clear to milky, it is very normal. Any other color may be cause to talk to your doctor.

Answer by  hpfan04 (216)

If the discharge is clear and doesn't smell, it's most likely colostrum, the substance that breastfed babies eat for the first few days before your milk comes in. Diarrhea can be normal at this point, because your body is making it easier to pass waste around the enlarged uterus.

Answer by  karia12 (95)

Breast discharge is very normal at this stage. Your breasts are preparing for lactation. Short term diarrhea can be normal if the baby is sitting on your colon.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

Often haivng diarrhea this late in pregnancy is a sign that your body is preparing for labor, it is also very common to have breast discharge as you get closer to delivery. Try resting with your feet up and drink tons of water.

Answer by  maggiec1179aolcom (754)

You should call your doctor. The diarrhea can be a sign of labor so you will want to be aware of this as soon as possible. In addition the breast discharge can be a sign that your body is preparing for baby and breastfeeding. It is likely that you are not in labor, but call and check with your doctor.