What to say when you call
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“Hello, I’m calling because my contractions have started and I need advice. I am [number] weeks pregnant. My contractions started at [time]. They are coming every [number] minutes and lasting around [number] seconds. The pain feels [mild, strong, very intense or unmanageable]. This is my [first baby / second baby / other]. My waters [have / have not] broken. There is [no bleeding / bleeding / I’m unsure]. Baby’s movements are [normal / reduced / changed / I’m unsure]. I’m worried because [reason]. Please can you advise whether I should come in to be assessed?”