Pregnancy is already a complex period, so we decided to add some certainty to it. And this time – discharge during pregnancy. Our body's discharge, no matter where it comes from, is one of the best ways it has to communicate with us. Telling us what its condition is, what it needs, what is good for it and what we should know and do. Especially during pregnancy, it is a wonderful ability that many women use, once they understand how. There are entire sets of tests that are based on our vaginal discharge, such as the Fertility Awareness Method, for example, but today we will start with the basics – what do the discharge tell us and what should we do?
When do the discharges bring us good news?
There are regular discharges throughout the month that we already know how to identify, such as those that signal the arrival of menstruation or those that are part of the natural hormonal changes we go through. But what happens during pregnancy?
During pregnancy, we experience much more significant hormonal changes than usual, the intensity of which is reflected in the amount of discharge and possibly also in its smell. Our immune system works overtime to prevent infections, and here too, this is expressed in more discharge with which the body blocks the way in. As the pregnancy progresses, you will be able to feel this more significantly, but it is important to remember – these are just signs that your body is doing its job properly. If you feel that you need more massive support, especially in the advanced stages of pregnancy, Lilybloom's menstrual underwear will give you the answer to maximum absorption and maximum comfort, without compromising on the quality of the material. By the way, they are also great for the postpartum period, but that is another topic.
When should you look for warning signs in discharge?
If the discharge you are experiencing does not seem routine to you, in terms of its color or smell, and you suspect that it may be here to indicate a problem, you may be right. An unpleasant odor or a very strong color of discharge can indicate infections that disrupt the balance of the bacterial layer in the vagina . Especially during pregnancy, it is important that we be alert to any infection or other dangerous factor that may affect us and the fetus. In such cases, it is worth consulting your gynecologist to feel more confident about continuing the journey.
What can be done about the smell?
So it's true that secretions play an important role in our communication and familiarity with the body, but these signs aren't always convenient for us. Headaches are also the body's way of indicating some kind of deficiency (in food, drink, or sleep), but they can completely disrupt our routine. Similarly, secretions also subject us to certain behaviors or unpleasantness that accompanies us throughout the day (such as frequent pad changes, soiling of the underwear, unwanted odors, and more). So what can we do?
After we identify the discharge, we can understand its source. If it stems from a poor hygiene routine, one that does not allow ventilation, one that seals the area for hours, one that exposes it to materials and chemicals that are not natural to it, of course there is something to be done!
You can switch to high-quality organic cotton underwear , which will restore your body's feeling of freshness and save it from any material that should not come into contact with it. When you wash your underwear, make sure that there are no detergents left on the fabric and follow the washing instructions exactly to ensure that their texture and quality are not destroyed. Breathable fabrics reduce the amount of secretions and, as a result, the need to purchase disposable hygiene products such as underpants.
Another interesting thing to know is that all the various cleaning products that promise intimate washing actually prevent the body's natural cleaning mechanism from doing its thing. The delicate balance of the area is disrupted (even if the label says otherwise), and it fails to remove all the harmful substances from it. This creates a constant cycle of dependence on the product to eliminate unpleasant discharge and odors.
Circle ending names
Now that you know how to read the signs your body is giving you, you can put an end to this cycle that forces you to buy more and more products (feminine hygiene products, intimate washes, etc.). It is important for us to qualify all of the above and say – it is not always possible to be satisfied with changing your lifestyle and sometimes it is a more serious problem that requires medical attention. Don’t be afraid of your discharge, but don’t remain indifferent to it.
