Having a white discharge during pregnancy is common and considered normal, as it normally occurs due to the changes that happen in the body during pregnancy. However, if the discharge is followed by other symptoms, such as pain or burning sensation when urinating, itchiness or foul smell, it can also be a sign of infection or inflammation in the genital area, and it is therefore important to visit a gynecologist, to get a correct diagnosis and adequate treatment. It’s important that the cause of the discharge be identified and treated - in serious cases - to avoid complications during pregnancy, which can place the baby in danger, or to prevent the baby from getting infected during labor. The main causes of white discharge during pregnancy include: 1. Hormonal changes A white odorless discharge during pregnancy is absolutley normal and happens due to the pregnancy hormonal changes. Therefore, this type of discharge it is not a reason to worry. In addition, it is normal for the expectant mother to notice more discharge as the pregnancy progresses due to the increasing pressure on the uterus.  What to do: normally no treatment is necessary, however, it's important that the expectant mother continually checks if there are other signs or symptoms that could indicate an infection, such as foul smell, itchness or pain. If so, it is recommended to visit a doctor, so a diagnosis can be done and adequate treatment started. 2. Candidiasis Candidiasis is…