When to Go to the Hospital
Signs that it's time to head to the birth center
essential
The General Rule
Go in when contractions are consistently 4-5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute, for at least 1 hour, the 5-1-1 or 4-1-1 rule. Always follow your caregiver's specific instructions.
Go In Immediately If...
Do not wait for the 5-1-1 pattern if any of these happen, call your caregiver and head in: