It can take some time from the first signs of labour until the start of the actual childbirth. Especially during a first pregnancy the labour can be longer. You should come to the hospital if you have contractions every 5-7 minutes during a first pregnancy and 6-10 from your second pregnancy on. If you are in doubt you can contact the midwife by phone at 011 69 98 41.

Naturally you may also come in case of blood loss, if you feel unwell and/or if you have lost the amniotic fluid. 

The emergency department is located at the back of the hospital and has a separate entrance. From the parking lot follow the sign 'ingang spoedgevallen' (emergency entrance). Please note: this entrance is closed for security and privacy reasons. You must sign in via the intercom. 

In case of an emergency admission, we ask that you submit the following documents if possible:

• identity card
• written referral letter from your GP (family doctor)
• list of home medication and supplies for the next 24 hours (in original packaging)
• insurance documents (when you are the victim of a work, sports or school accident)

If you present yourself at the emergency department without a referral letter from your GP or without the intervention of the "100"-service, you'll pay more.