“Redness is an important sign that the baby is about to be born and should be actively prepared for hospital admission, but needs to be distinguished from vaginal bleeding due to placental abruption. Placental abruption is often associated with the presence of triggers such as hyperemesis, abdominal impact, abdominal pain, increased uterine tone, uterine pressure and, in severe cases, a plate-like uterus and vaginal bleeding characterised by old, non-clotting blood. Early placental abruption usually has an abnormal fetal heart rate. Pregnant women show signs of shock such as vomiting and decreased blood pressure.