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I found this for you, Hope it helps, good luck! A number of things could be causing your light bleeding. You may be experiencing breakthrough bleeding. This happens when pregnancy hormones cover up your usual menstrual cycle, but that cycle continues for a while. So, around the time you would have had a period if you weren't pregnant, you may get a little bleeding. You may have this bleeding more than once. Another cause of light bleeding is the fertilised egg implanting in your uterus (womb). Implantation bleeding is thought to occur at about the same time as your period would have been due. This makes it hard to tell implantation from breakthrough bleeding. Your bleeding may be caused by your cervix softening, forming a raw area. This is called cervical erosion or ectropion. Bleeding can also be linked to v____al or cervical infection or a harmless growth called a polyp. These three conditions could all result in bleeding if your cervix has been chafed, for example, when you have s_x. Although bleeding in early pregnancy is common, always tell your doctor or midwife about it, just in case. Your doctor or midwife may suggest you go to an early pregnancy a__sessment unit (EPAU) in hospital. Staff at the EPAU specialise in early pregnancy problems. To try to find out what's causing your bleeding, staff may: test your blood or urine to check your pregnancy hormone levels examine your cervix to check it is closed arrange for you to have an ultrasound scan check your baby's heartbeat by ultrasound All these tests can help to rea__sure you that all is well. Doctors sometimes use the term threatened miscarriage to describe early pregnancy bleeding. A threatened miscarriage does not necessarily mean that you will go on to miscarry. Usually, the signs of miscarriage are period-like pains and heavy bleeding, which may include clots. Some women who have had bleeding in early pregnancy may be more likely to experience problems later on in their pregnancies. But keep in mind that many mums-to-be who have bleeding in the early weeks go on to have healthy babies. Sometimes, it's just not possible to pin down why minor bleeding happens. If the bleeding is light and settles down, there is a good chance that all is well and your baby is fine.

And this as well What Causes Bleeding Between Periods? Although the cause of irregular bleeding can vary according to individual health situations, some of the more common causes include: Implantation Bleeding/Pregnancy Miscarriage Hormonal fluctuations Starting, stopping, or missing oral contraceptives or estrogens Low thyroid levels Stress IUDs occasionally cause slight spotting Injury to the v____a from insertion of objects Malignant cancers Undiagnosed v____al infections Certain drugs, particularly anticoagulants Vaginal dryness GYN procedures Some women have spotting during ovulation, which is normal Bed rest may be recommended if between period bleeding is heavy. Use your menstrual cycle calendar to record the number of tampons or pads you use. This information helps your doctor determine whether you are bleeding excessively. Unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise, never take aspirin while you are menstruating. Aspirin can cause bleeding to occur longer and heavier. Of course, you should inform your doctor about any bleeding or spotting between periods that you experience.