ADVICE??

[karinalovee]

Hi, I'm 39 weeks and 2 days I have not lost my mucous plug or had any braxton hick contractions.
This is my first pregnacy so I'm clueless. Any tips on how to try and get labor started??
(Sex is not a option) *Single

[JessMarshall]

Masturbation.  When you orgasm it can stimulate contractions.  Walking will help move the baby into position,  but there is no research that suggests that it will help bring on labor. However, the exercise you get when you walk can make labor easier for you when it finally does happen. Spicy food is just going to give you heartburn and the capsasin found in most hot peppers can be bad for you and baby.  Pineapple contains a chemical that can help soften the cervix, but you have to eat a ton.  Don't try castor oil unless advised by your doctor because it can be very dangerous. I know how you feel,  I'm almost 39 weeks and I have had no signs of impending labor.  Hang in there sister! Also,  you can talk to your doctor about stripping your membranes.  Good luck!  

[mamacomplete]

Hi Karina
There is no common principle in pregnancies... All of them are different. I am on my 3rd and 40w1d. With my first 2 my waters broke at 36weeks. So relax, so long as u feeling well and baby is her/his usual self playing around then u got nothing to worry about. Its just ur nerves talking now... Anxious for baby to arrive. I am also there... (";)

[Flickan]

Talk to your doc about a membrane sweep. I didn't lose my plug til that happened and 3 days later my water broke.

[annat33]

Yea walking is a big one besides sex also nipple stimulation helps. Spicy foods and some fruits help aswell but baby will come when he/she want to. With my first I was late and they had to induce me they say the first one are usually late they say. My second my water broke right on my due date had her the next morning so yea but try them see if they help.

[mommabear27]

Some women don't lose their plug til they're in labour. You could walk, drive over bumpy roads, spicy food, walk up and down stairs sideways. Get on your hands and knees and wash the floor by hand. X

[braygen23]

Walking is a great way to help with labor is what I hear. And having a orgasm will work to... don't have to have a bf to have a orgasm