Implantation bleeding is light bleeding from the vagina that happens in some people 10 to 14 days after they conceive a baby. You may think it’s just a light period, but it’s an early sign of ...

Implantation bleeding typically occurs within days of conception, when the embryo attaches to the uterine lining. This type of bleeding is common and may occur in up to 25% of pregnant people.

Unlike period bleeding, implantation bleeding is considered an early sign of pregnancy. Here's how to spot the difference, according to MDs.