Change in smell.. TMI Question

BuckeyeWife07 · May 2012

OK, I HATE asking this question but I feel like I need to see if anyone else has experience with this. Between yesterday afternoon and this morning I have most definitely lost my mucus plug and had a ton of discharge. But I've also noticed that all the sudden there is a very sweet smell to my lower region. Every time I go to the bathroom I notice it. I've taken a shower, used wipes, and used odor absorbing pads... and it's still there.

I just found out I'm GBS + this time (wasn't last time), so I guess my real worry is if I should be at all concerned about a water leak. It doesn't feel like I'm leaking at all, just a lot of discharge. Should I tell my doctor's office? The doctor/hospital are an hour away, so I don't just want to go in for nothing. Baby is still moving lots and I'm having a lot of BH still, but nothing too real.

I did not notice anything like this last time (other than losing my MP), but I was induced, so maybe my body never got to this point?

sjirishgirl · May 2012

I would check in with your Dr.

StokedWifey · May 2012

I've always heard amniotic fluid has a sweet smell to it. I would call your doctor to be safe.

Alauren4 · May 2012

This is interesting, your noticing the smell so apparently it is strong. Amniotic fluid doesn't always have an odor. I wouldn't use any type of feminine product, if you want, wear a menstrual pad or Poise pads change them often though but no wipes or anything. If you can, call your doc, maybe they can send you to a closer clinic or hospital to just have a fluid check. It sounds to me like your body is really gearing up for labor.