Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Contraction Timer
What is the 5-1-1 rule?
The 5-1-1 rule is a guideline that helps you know when it's time to go to the hospital during labor. It means:
- 5 minutes apart: Your contractions are coming every 5 minutes (or less)
- 1 minute long: Each contraction lasts for at least 1 minute
- 1 hour duration: This pattern has been consistent for at least 1 hour
When your contractions follow this pattern, it's typically a good time to contact your healthcare provider or head to the hospital. However, always follow the specific instructions given by your doctor or midwife, as individual circumstances may vary.
Good news: Contraction Timer automatically tracks the 5-1-1 rule for you! The app monitors your contraction patterns and will alert you when your contractions meet the 5-1-1 criteria, so you don't have to calculate it manually.
Is my data private?
Yes, absolutely! Your privacy is our top priority. All contraction data is stored locally on your device only. We do not collect, transmit, or store any of your personal health information on our servers.
Your contraction timing data, including timestamps, durations, and frequencies, remains completely private and under your control. We cannot access your data, and it is never shared with third parties unless you explicitly choose to export or share it yourself.
For more details, please see our Privacy Policy.
Can I share records with my healthcare provider?
Yes! You can easily share your contraction records with your healthcare provider. The app allows you to export your contraction history, which you can then share via email, messaging, or print out to bring to your appointments.
Your healthcare provider will be able to see:
- Timestamps of each contraction
- Duration of each contraction
- Time between contractions (frequency)
- Overall patterns and trends
This information can help your healthcare provider better understand your labor progress and make informed decisions about your care.