Question 1

What is the 5-1-1 rule for contractions?

Accepted Answer

The 5-1-1 rule is a guideline for when to go to the hospital during labor: contractions occurring every 5 minutes, lasting at least 1 minute each, for at least 1 hour. This app automatically alerts you when this threshold is met.

Question 2

How do I use a contraction timer?

Accepted Answer

Press the START button when a contraction begins and press STOP when it ends. The app automatically calculates the duration and the interval between contractions, and tracks whether you've met the 5-1-1 rule.

Question 3

Is this contraction timer free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this contraction timer is completely free to use. It is open source, requires no account, and stores all data locally in your browser with no data sent to any server.

Question 4

What is box breathing and how does it help during labor?

Accepted Answer

Box breathing, also called 4-box breathing or square breathing, is a relaxation technique: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds. It activates the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce stress and pain perception, making it a popular technique during labor contractions.

Question 5

Does the contraction timer store my data privately?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All contraction data and notes are stored only in your browser's local storage. No information is sent to any server, no account is required, and your data is never shared with anyone.

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