Childbirth, heavy bleeding

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Publication date Sep 28, 2007

Doctors say you have heavy bleeding after childbirth if you lose half a litre (about a pint) or more of blood. Most women in the UK don't bleed heavily after childbirth, but it can occasionally happen. There are treatments that can help prevent heavy bleeding during labour or straight after your baby is born.

We've brought together the best research on preventing heavy bleeding after childbirth. You can use our information to talk to your doctor and decide which treatments are best for you.

This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.