Contraction Tracker

💡 Learn about real vs false labor contractions

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This app is for tracking only. Consult your healthcare provider.

Understanding Contractions

Real Labor:

Contractions become regular and progressively closer together. They follow a predictable pattern (e.g., every 5-10 minutes).

Braxton Hicks:

Irregular timing with no consistent pattern. May stop and start randomly.

Real Labor:

Steadily increase in strength and intensity over time. Each contraction may be stronger than the last.

Braxton Hicks:

Stay about the same strength or vary unpredictably. Don't get progressively stronger.

Real Labor:

Start in the lower back and radiate to the front of the abdomen. May feel like intense menstrual cramps.

Braxton Hicks:

Usually felt only in the front of the abdomen. May feel like tightening or hardening.

Real Labor:

Continue regardless of position changes, rest, or hydration. Nothing stops them.

Braxton Hicks:

Often stop or lessen when you change position, rest, or drink water.

When to contact your healthcare provider:

Contractions follow the 5-1-1 rule (5 minutes apart, lasting 1 minute, for 1 hour)
You experience vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage
You have severe pain or a change in baby's movement
You're unsure whether you're in labor