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Maternity assistance

Information about childbirth and delivery

Always call if you have these symptoms before 37 weeks gestation.

When should I call the emergency number:

• First child: regular contractions every 3-5 minutes that have been going on for 1 to 2 hours. Every contraction is equally strong and lasts one minute.
• A second or subsequent child: regular contractions  every 5 minutes or if the contractions suddenly become more severe.
• Ruptured membranes (try to collect and save some of the fluid)
  • clear amniotic fluid (or slightly pink) without contractions: call during the day (9:00 am-10:00 pm)
  • green or brown amniotic fluid (or when in doubt): call immediately
  • head not descended: call immediately
• Anxiety
• If you feel fewer or no baby movements
• Bright red blood loss

Example of progression of contractions:

Make sure you have a maternity package and blocks for your bed in the house by 37 weeks gestation.