Treatment of Placenta Previa Hospitalization and modified activity for a first episode of bleeding before 36 weeks Delivery if mother or fetus is unstable If the woman is stable, cesarean delivery at 36 weeks/0 days to 37 weeks/6 days For a first (sentinel) episode of vaginal bleeding before 36 weeks, management consists of hospitalization, modified activity (modified rest), and avoidance of sexual activity, which can cause bleeding by initiating contractions or causing direct trauma to the placenta.