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 When to Come to the Hospital
As your delivery date draws near, your doctor will give you instructions about when you should come to the hospital. Usually these instructions include calling the hospital:
- When your contractions are 3–5 minutes apart and lasting approximately one minute. These contractions should be strong enough that you stop walking to breathe through them.
- If your water breaks.
- If you are bleeding a lot — approximately 1/2 cup or more. A small amount (approximately 1–2 teaspoons) of bleeding is called bloody show and is normal. It is rare to have a lot of bleeding, but if it happens to you, come to the hospital immediately.
You may call the First Touch Birth Center at 507-646-1205 at any time with questions or concerns.
We do request that you call the First Touch Birth Center prior to your arrival at the hospital, so that we may better prepare for the birth of your child.
When you come to the hospital, please enter through the Emergency Department doors on the north side of the hospital. Stop at the desk to register for labor and delivery. They will direct you to the First Touch Birth Center.
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