Warning signs

When to call the doctor vs when to call emergency — by trimester

See a doctor soon

•Reduced movements (<10/2h)

•Face/hand swelling + headache + spots (preeclampsia)

•Pelvic pressure, regular contractions before 37 wks

•Bloody discharge

Emergency / maternity NOW

•Water breaking with blood or greenish

•No movements 12+ h

•Heavy bleeding

•Contractions 5-1-1 (every 5 min, 1 min long, for 1 h)

This is a reference, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your doctor or emergency services. Preeclampsia is dangerous: pressure + swelling + headache.