Contraction Timer - Track Labor Contractions

Time your contractions to know when it's time to go to the hospital.

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Understanding Contractions

Braxton Hicks
  • Irregular timing
  • Usually painless (tightening)
  • Stop with rest or position change
  • Don't get stronger over time
Real Contractions
  • Regular, predictable pattern
  • Increasingly painful
  • Don't stop with rest
  • Get closer together & stronger
The 5-1-1 Rule: When to Go to the Hospital
5
minutes apart
1
minute long
1
hour duration

When contractions are 5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute each, for at least 1 hour, it's time to head to the hospital.

This timer helps you monitor contraction patterns but is not a substitute for medical guidance. Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions about when to go to the hospital.