Contraction Timer . Labor

Know exactly when to go to the hospital with smart 5-1-1 rule analysis. Track contractions, practice breathing exercises, and prepare your hospital bag all in one app.

TRACK LABOR CONTRACTIONS WITH CONFIDENCE

Contraction Timer is the complete labor companion that helps expectant mothers track contractions, recognize true labor, and know exactly when to go to the hospital. Trusted by thousands of moms worldwide.

SMART 5-1-1 RULE ANALYSIS

Our intelligent labor analyzer automatically applies the medical standard 5-1-1 rule. Get instant alerts when your contractions are 5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute each, for 1 hour. No more guessing or panic. Just clear guidance when you need it most.

Know the difference between true labor and false labor with pattern detection that identifies contraction frequency, duration trends, intensity progression, and concerning patterns needing immediate medical attention.

ONE-TAP CONTRACTION TRACKING

During labor, simplicity matters. Start and stop the timer with a single tap. Rate contraction intensity on a 1-10 scale. Every contraction is automatically logged with start time, duration, intensity level, time between contractions, and pattern analysis.

GUIDED BREATHING EXERCISES

Access 5 evidence-based breathing techniques recommended by birth professionals and the World Health Organization. Reduce pain naturally and stay calm during contractions.

Breathing patterns include deep slow breathing for early labor, accelerated breathing for active labor, transition breathing, pushing phase breathing, and relaxation methods. Each exercise includes visual guidance and timing cues.

HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST

Never forget essential items with our comprehensive hospital bag checklist. Track your packing progress and prepare everything you need for labor, delivery, and postpartum. Checklist includes items for mom, baby, partner, and important documents.

EXPORT YOUR LABOR LOG

Share your complete contraction history with your healthcare provider. Export as PDF, CSV, or text file. Email directly from the app or print for your hospital bag. Your doctor will appreciate detailed labor progression data including complete timeline, frequency patterns, intensity measurements, and time-stamped records.

SMART ALERTS AND NOTIFICATIONS

Get timely notifications when your labor patterns indicate it is time to contact your healthcare provider or head to the hospital. Alert types include active labor detection based on 5-1-1 rule, concerning contraction patterns, and custom threshold notifications.

DESIGNED FOR THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY

Clean, calming interface designed to reduce stress during labor. Large buttons for easy use during contractions. Works on iPhone and iPad. Use offline with no internet connection required. All data stored privately on your device. No account needed.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

Free Features:

• Unlimited contraction tracking
• Basic timer and stopwatch
• Manual contraction entry
• Current session overview

Premium Features:

• Smart 5-1-1 rule analysis and alerts
• 5 guided breathing exercise patterns
• Hospital bag checklist with progress tracking
• Export to PDF, CSV, and text formats
• Advanced labor pattern detection
• Concerning pattern alerts
• Complete session history
• Detailed statistics and trends
• Ad-free experience

ABOUT LABOR AND WHEN TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL

The 5-1-1 rule is the gold standard recommended by healthcare providers. Go to the hospital when contractions are 5 minutes apart, last 1 minute, for at least 1 hour. Our app makes it easy to recognize this pattern automatically.

Other signs to head to the hospital immediately include water breaking, heavy bleeding, decreased fetal movement, or severe continuous pain. Always contact your healthcare provider if you have concerns.

PREPARE FOR A POSITIVE BIRTH EXPERIENCE

Labor can be unpredictable, but preparation helps. Use breathing exercises to manage pain naturally. Pack your hospital bag early. Track your contractions accurately. Know when to go to the hospital with confidence.

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