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bath or shower??

im 39+4 days pregnant and i really want to have bub on or before my due date so im trying everything i can think of to bring on labour. but what is everyones opinion, is a hot bath better or a hot shower? i know bub will be here when his ready but ive been away from home for 3 weeks so im closer to the hospital and i just want to take my baby boy home.
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apparently it can help increase contractions
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Yeah I think the bath and showers only help when you are already in labor.
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I don't guess I understand your question? I don't think being in a bath or shower can bring on labor.... Idk tho sorry
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