Postpartum vaginal excretion following childbirth: Lochia, consisting of mucus, placental tissue, and blood, are discharged from a woman's vagina and takes several weeks before ceasing.

The final uterine discharge of mucus after childbirth: Lochia alba is the last amount of blood excretion following delivery when the amount of blood is decreased and the leukocytes are increased, usually taking 10 to 14 days.

The vaginal discharge of almost pure blood immediately after parturition: Lochia rubra takes place directly following childbirth, consists of blood, mucus and pieces and bits of decidua, and lasts only 1 to 3 days.

The thick, maroon-colored vaginal discharge occurring a few days after childbirth: Lochia sanguinolenta takes place 3 to 10 days after delivery and consists of mucus, blood, and bits and pieces of decidua.

Vaginal discharge occurring about 5 days after delivery: Lochia serosa is the second stage of the postpartum healing process, ensues as a thin watery fluid, and has the shade of pink or brown.