Contractions--when to go to hospital...

hmd

I am a clueless 2nd time mom.  The first time around, I was induced, and the contractions were super bad after my water broke.  But I also had back labor.

I was due yesterday, and I have been having contractions, but tonight they have picked up in intensity. 

For at least the past hour, maybe more, I have been having pretty strong contractions about 7-10 minutes apart.  I have also had to go to the bathroom several times.  They are in my back pretty bad.

I live at least 45 minutes away from the hospital, and my Dr. told me to call her when they are 10-15 minutes apart.  As of last Wednesday, I was not dilated or effaced. 

How long should I wait before I call her? 

 

dolphindr513

Considering this is your second child and the distance you live from the hospital I would call now. There's a reason your OB said to call when they are 10-15 mins. apart.

Good luck; hope this is it for you!

Dressage99

My dr says 5-1-1, 5 minutes apart, 1 minute long, for at least 1 hour

Tina562

cal now!

prolixity

If your doctor said to call when you are 10-15 minutes apart and you are contracting every 7-10 minutes, I would call her now.

Good luck!!