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I am 17 weeks pregnant. First dating scan shows everything is normal. 3 days ago my right breast leaks a sticky fluid. Is that normal or do I have any problem? Can colostrum leaks at this time earlier or in third trimester. I am so nervous. Is everything ok? Please suggest me?
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Breast secretion can start from 16- 20 weeks ,it's normal, nothing to worry.
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Nature starts milk production as soon as woman is pregnant. Few decades ago squeezing breasts to look for fluid through nipples was a test for pregnancy you are also getting ready for delivery and for lactation colostrum is first few drops after delivery of the baby. It's present just after delivery and stays on for few days no need to worry because of discharge get ready for feeding the baby and remember to start right after delivery. Put cheeks on breast, milk flows by cheek reflex and suckling increases the flow.
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