When do I call or go to the Birthing Center (Benincaso)?
• Watery fluid constantly leaking from the vagina (rupture of bag of water) • Bright red bleeding or bleeding heavy enough to soak through your underwear • Contractions that are regular and at least five minutes apart for one hour • If you are 36 weeks or less pregnant, come in if you have more than six contractions in one hour or severe constant pain. True labor pains are frequent and come at regular intervals. Women with previous rapid labors or those who live a long way from the hospital should arrange to come in promptly. Women having their first babies seldom need to hurry because their labors usually progress at slower rates. Please make arrangements for care of other children before your due date. Phone the Birthing Center for advice any time you are not sure whether or not you are in labor or if you have any pregnancy related condition which you think might is unusual. TOP OB/GYN FAQ Where do I go if I have a GYN emergency after hours? Emergency services are available at the Vi
