A member asked:

Been having contractions since 10 this morning they are not consistent most likely braxton hicks just wondering when i should contact my doctor?

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Call if in doubt: When they are regular, strong, every 8-10 minutes, lasting 30-45 second. If in doubt, go to hospital and get checked.

Answered 7/4/2014

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

As soon as...: They increase in intensity, frequency, or duration...Or cause you excess anxiety. Obs expect periodic calls with questions from their patients. Safer to ask--call your ob.

Answered 8/7/2013

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Labor: When your contractions start spacing in, usually every 5-6 minutes apart, lasting 30-40 sec's each or if your water breaks.

Answered 9/3/2013

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