While the internet may make pregnancy look like a beautiful, perfectly curated journey filled with glowing photo shoots and not a stretch mark or breast milk stain in sight, the reality of growing humans can be a lot more … well, messy than we may have expected going in.
From pregnancy constipation and incontinence, to weight gain and fatigue, pregnancy symptoms can be both exhausting and difficult to navigate. One particularly common symptom that can surprise (and often embarrass) moms-to-be is leaky breasts.
If you have (or currently are) experiencing leaky breasts while pregnant, don’t worry. We’re here to break down why this is happening, what you can do about it, and when you should see a doctor.
What causes breasts to leak during pregnancy?
Leaky breasts: When to call your doctor
If you feel the amount of leakage you are experiencing has become excessive to the point where adding tissue or pads is not helping, or if the discharge is bloody, you should speak to your doctor.
Other than that, remember that leaky breasts are a perfectly normal symptom of pregnancy and just another sign that things are moving along as they should. You got this, mama.
