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If your contractions are 5 minutes apart, lasting for 1 minute, for 1 hour or longer, it’s time to head to the hospital.
Your doctor or midwife may recommend the 5-1-1 guideline, which means you should head to the hospital when you're having contractions five minutes apart, they're lasting one minute each, and they've been coming for an hour.
If your contractions are mild to moderate and coming more than five minutes apart (and up to 20 minutes apart), you’re likely in early labor. Contractions in this stage of labor can be regular or irregular and last 30 to 45 seconds each. Early labor can last several hours or even several days.
If you’ve given birth before, come to the hospital when your contractions: Come every 5 to 7 minutes; Last at least 45 to 60 seconds; Speeding up the process. If your contractions are still far apart and you want things to go faster, try walking around. It can help your baby move into your pelvis.
Prodromal Labor. Contractions. May begin irregular and become regular. Usually stay five or greater minutes apart. May feel strong, but usually do not get closer together. Lying down does not usually make them go away. May last 24-36 hours without significant cervical changes. Resting and sleeping may be challenging.
Providers recommend following the 5-1-1 rule, which states that pregnant people should go to the hospital when: Contractions are five minutes apart Each contraction lasts for one full...
Contractions are five to 15 minutes apart and last for about a minute each. Go to the hospital once they’re five minutes apart for one hour or more. Your vaginal discharge might be clear, light pink or bloody.
When you reach your doctor or midwife, be prepared to describe: How far apart the contractions are, their length and intensity, and if you're using breathing techniques. Whether or not the bag of waters has broken, the time it broke, and the color of the fluid. If a bloody show is present.
Contractions last 30 to 45 seconds. Contractions are often irregular, 5 to 20 minutes apart, and may stop for a while. Early labor can be a long, uncomfortable phase. You can try walking, watching TV, listening to music, or taking a warm shower or bath to help through this time.
Pregnancy and Childbirth. Childbirth at OHSU Hospital. When to Come to the Hospital. OHSU nurse-midwife Bridget Lee walks the hallway with her patient in labor. When you come to the hospital, we’re ready to support you. We know you might be nervous about knowing when you’re in labor and when it’s time to come to OHSU.