{"id":452,"date":"2026-06-19T12:29:54","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T12:29:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dekernleiden.nl\/calling-instructions\/"},"modified":"2026-10-06T10:03:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T10:03:41","slug":"calling-instructions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dekernleiden.nl\/en\/calling-instructions\/","title":{"rendered":"Calling instructions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.8&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/dekernleiden.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Receptie_DeKern.webp&#8221; z_index=&#8221;446&#8243; min_height=&#8221;22vw&#8221; min_height_tablet=&#8221;22vw&#8221; min_height_phone=&#8221;22vw&#8221; min_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; bottom_divider_style=&#8221;wave2&#8243; bottom_divider_height=&#8221;30px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; alt=&#8221;Bij spoed bellen Verloskundigenpraktijk De Kern Leiden&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Bij spoed bellen Verloskundigenpraktijk De Kern Leiden&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||60px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; header_font_size_tablet=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_font_size_phone=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>When to call the emergency number?<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;Emergency&#8221; button_url=&#8221;tel:+31653928500&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Call: +31 6 539 28 500&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_use_icon=&#8221;off&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;tel:+31653928500 &#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; button_bg_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; button_bg_color__hover=&#8221;#E46A96&#8243; button_bg_enable_color__hover=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>For emergencies or imminent labor, call the number below:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>You may call our emergency number immediately in case of: blood loss, severe abdominal pain, reduced fetal movement, high blood pressure symptoms, serious concerns, and of course during labor. Sometimes we provide individual calling advice; always follow this! <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>If the emergency number is busy, please try again a few minutes later. You can also leave a voicemail with your phone number and we will call you back. <\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;rgba(113,105,173,0.1)&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;4vw|4vw|4vw|4vw|true|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;6vw|6vw|6vw|6vw|true|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;8vw|8vw|8vw|8vw|true|true&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|10px|10px|10px|10px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Call advice per situation<\/h2>\n<p>Every stage of pregnancy is different. For each stage, we have advice on when you can or should call us: <a href=\"#geboortemail\"><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#beval\">Advice on calling during childbirth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#mis\">Advidce on calling for miscarriage<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ziek\">Advice on calling for help in case of illness during pregnancy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/issuu.com\/verloskundige\/docs\/contact_opnemen_met_je_verloskundig\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advice on calling during pregnancy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#kraam\">Advice on calling during the postpartum period<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; module_id=&#8221;beval&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Advice on calling during childbirth<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#E46A96&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;6px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;80px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||-10px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You can call us during your labor when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You need us<\/li>\n<li>You have strong contractions every 3 minutes for an hour with a first child (that is 1 minute of contraction and 2 minutes of rest)<\/li>\n<li>You have strong contractions every 5 minutes for an hour with a subsequent child (that is 1 minute of contraction and 4 minutes of rest)<\/li>\n<li>During the day, when your water has broken and the amniotic fluid is clear<\/li>\n<li>Day and night when your water has broken and the amniotic fluid is yellow, green, or brown in color<\/li>\n<li>In case of heavy blood loss<\/li>\n<li>In case of concern or doubt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>NB: If you are <strong>not yet 37 weeks pregnant <\/strong>and are unsure whether labor has started, you must call us immediately!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/dekernleiden.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2026-06-Belinstructies-bevalling.pdf&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Download calling instructions for delivery&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; module_id=&#8221;mis&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Telephone advice regarding miscarriage<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#E46A96&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;6px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;80px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||-10px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You can always call us when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You are unsure if you are having a miscarriage (in case of blood loss or abdominal pain)<\/li>\n<li>You want to know more about the expected course of events during a miscarriage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You must call us when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The blood loss is excessive (filling a sanitary pad within half an hour, large clots, feeling unwell or dizzy)<\/li>\n<li>The abdominal pain is too severe or just keeps going on<\/li>\n<li>You have pain between the shoulder blades<\/li>\n<li>You develop a fever (rectal temperature of 38 degrees or more)<\/li>\n<li>You are worried<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Call us first, and not your GP, the out-of-hours GP service, or ambulance.<\/strong> You can call the emergency number +31 6 539 28 500 for this, available 24\/7. Thanks to our knowledge and experience, we can immediately assess the severity of the situation. If necessary, we can quickly refer you to the appropriate care with minimal delay.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; module_id=&#8221;ziek&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Advice on calling for help in case of illness during pregnancy<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#E46A96&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;6px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;80px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||-10px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>As a pregnant woman, your immune system is tuned differently. After all, you have a baby inside you that consists partly of DNA foreign to your body! This is actually a very special situation.  <\/p>\n<p>Many pregnant women notice the change in their immune system; for example, they catch colds more easily or symptoms last longer. This is normal and nothing to worry about. <\/p>\n<p><strong>However, there are a few situations where we would like to hear from you!<\/strong> Call the midwife if you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have a fever above 39 degrees (measured rectally)<\/li>\n<li>Have a fever between 38 and 39 degrees (rectally measured) for three days or longer<\/li>\n<li>Have persistent diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Persistent vomiting<\/li>\n<li>Have severe abdominal pain<\/li>\n<li>Getting sicker and sicker fast<\/li>\n<li>Gets a rash or spots<\/li>\n<li>Are worried<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Call us first. Thanks to our experience, we can quickly assess who is best suited for you: us, your GP, or the gynecologist. If necessary, we will arrange a prompt referral.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; module_id=&#8221;kraam&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Advice on calling during the postpartum period<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#E46A96&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;6px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;80px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||-10px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Always call us when you, as a mother:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>losing a lot of blood; filling 2 maternity pads in half an hour, large clots, or if you feel unwell or dizzy.<\/li>\n<li>Have abdominal pain, other than afterpains<\/li>\n<li>Unable to urinate or unable to empty your bladder properly<\/li>\n<li>Have a fever (rectal 38 degrees or higher)<\/li>\n<li>Have high blood pressure complaints (see the pregnancy symptom chart)<\/li>\n<li>Are worried<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bel ons altijd wanneer je baby:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Has a temperature below 36.5 or above 37.5 degrees and does not warm up or cool down with the measures recommended after delivery<\/li>\n<li>drinks poorly<\/li>\n<li>Is dazed<\/li>\n<li>Vomits with great force<\/li>\n<li>Blue, gray and pale in color is<\/li>\n<li>Makes you worried<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When to call the emergency number?For emergencies or imminent labor, call the number below:You may call our emergency number immediately in case of: blood loss, severe abdominal pain, reduced fetal movement, high blood pressure symptoms, serious concerns, and of course during labor. 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