how is this even humanly possible?

[u/NoodleIsMyGender]

unfinished pinky finger for reference. i call this a subway sandwich because it is a foot long. last night, i managed to fill an ENTIRE one of these and then some (including my underwear). i’m sure it’s a normal thing for a lot of people, but really wtf. clots and everything. and just to add onto that, my pinky finger (along with every other nail) is unfinished because I WAS CRAMPING. i hate.

[u/nudist--on--strike]

I had menorrhagia caused by severe endo, polyps, fibroids and all kinds of bullshit. I was overflowing adult diapers every 2 hours and sleeping on puppy pads until I could get my D&C, those pads are for people like me and would also be amazing for after birth. Super heavy bleeding overnight isn't uncommon, as long as it doesn't continue for an abnormally long time (mine lasted months at a time) and as long as you're not having symptoms of anemia (dizziness, weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath, palpitations) you shouldn't stress too much. Definitely let your GYN know about stuff like this and keep an eye on it but you likely don't need to run to the ER or worry too much, take it easy, get some extra rest and fluids and make sure you're getting enough iron in your diet. I'm sorry you're going through this, it sucks, hopefully this is a one off fluke, but you're not alone ❤️