private contraction timer

Contraction Timer

Time contraction duration and spacing in your browser, with a private session that is not uploaded anywhere.

Before you calculate: A timer cannot decide whether you are in labour. Follow the call instructions from your own maternity unit and contact them whenever you are worried.

Ready

Tap start when a contraction begins.

StartedDurationFrequency

Duration and frequency are different

Duration is how long one contraction lasts. Frequency is measured from the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next. Your maternity unit may also ask how strong they feel, whether waters have broken and whether the baby is moving normally.

Common questions

What does a contraction timer measure?

It records duration from the start to the end of each contraction and frequency from the start of one contraction to the start of the next.

When should I call the maternity unit?

Follow the personalised advice from your unit. Call sooner for waters breaking, bleeding, reduced movement, an urge to push, severe constant pain or any serious concern.