How to Know if Leaking Amniotic Fluid?

A sudden gush or steady trickle of clear, watery fluid from the vagina

Fluid that keeps leaking even after you empty your bladder

A wetness that does not feel like normal urine

Fluid with a sweet or bleach-like smell

Fluid that is usually clear, pale yellow, or slightly pink

A continuous damp feeling in your underwear or pad

Leaking that increases when you stand up, walk, or change position

Soaking through a pad over time

Fluid that is not thick, sticky, or mucus-like

If you are unsure, contact your doctor, midwife, or labor and delivery right away

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