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39 wks and trying to induce naturally before my doc does
So I'm 39 weeks pregnant. My due date is saturday. this is my 2nd child. Last week my doctor stripped me and she said i was 75 percent along and dialated at a 2 to 3. I went in yesterday she checked me and said I was at a 3. Didnt give me a percent but when she measured me felt the babys head down there.. and I lost my mucous plug today. So I have done the castor oil that didnt do anything, done spicy foods nothing, done the bumpy car ride nothing and walking. and pineapple nothing is working. but i am goingt o go to the gym and actually walk on a tredmill. my doc said if the baby doesnt come by next tuesday im going to be induced. I really dont want to be induced. if you know of anything please let me know! with my first child at 42 wks my doc stripped me and my water broke that night!
you can pump if you have a pump they say 5 min every hour releases a certain hormone and within 72 hrs can do the trick but its a lot of work and kinda feels silly , lol
HAVE SEX...
Have sex. A favorite for many pregnant women, sex can help by releasing a hormone called oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. Additionally, semen contains a substance known as prostaglandins, which will help soften the cervix.
Have sex. A favorite for many pregnant women, sex can help by releasing a hormone called oxytocin, which causes the uterus to contract. Additionally, semen contains a substance known as prostaglandins, which will help soften the cervix.
Well I have been in early/premature labor so I can tell you the things they have told ME NOT to do:
SEX (something about the man's stuff ... ???) and the "O"
The Nipple THING
Heavy Lifting- walking- running
and to NOT get dehydrated- as increases the Oxytocin in your blood
I would also imagine the bouncing thing would work- do have a trampoline???? :p
SEX (something about the man's stuff ... ???) and the "O"
The Nipple THING
Heavy Lifting- walking- running
and to NOT get dehydrated- as increases the Oxytocin in your blood
I would also imagine the bouncing thing would work- do have a trampoline???? :p
There are safe herbs that you can take, as well (I think one of them is Evening Primrose Oil), but obviously get a medical or alternative doctor's advice before trying anything like that on your own!
Also, the nipple stimulation and sex are both good ways to induce labor. You can also try bouncing lightly while sitting on an exercise ball! (These were all shared at the labor class!)
Good luck ;)
Also, the nipple stimulation and sex are both good ways to induce labor. You can also try bouncing lightly while sitting on an exercise ball! (These were all shared at the labor class!)
Good luck ;)
We just discussed this in our L&D class. Alternatives to medical induction included sex (prostoglandins in the sperm are supposed to stimulate labour), orgasm (which also releases oxytocin), walking, acupuncture and natural remedies from a ND. Good luck!
Have you considered using acupuncture? It has a great success rate and causes the body to go into labor NATURALLY. Unless medical inductions which can cause stress on your uterus, your body, and most importantly your baby.
Why is Tuesday her set date? Can you ask her to allow you to go to 41 weeks before she considers induction. Due date are estimates and in by no way a deadline. Try to buy yourself some more time!! Just because you set up an induction appointment - it doesn't mean you have to go.
Castor oil can be very hard on your body, so it should on be used under observation.
Enjoy these last few days and walk when you can, relax. If you are not relaxed your body will hold off labor.
Why is Tuesday her set date? Can you ask her to allow you to go to 41 weeks before she considers induction. Due date are estimates and in by no way a deadline. Try to buy yourself some more time!! Just because you set up an induction appointment - it doesn't mean you have to go.
Castor oil can be very hard on your body, so it should on be used under observation.
Enjoy these last few days and walk when you can, relax. If you are not relaxed your body will hold off labor.
ok so this is gonna be my 3rd...all with c-sections...what does being stripped mean? i am ebarassed that i even have to ask...lol
trish
trish
I remember watching an episode of " Mad about you" ( I think that was the show's name - one with Helen hunt ?). Anyway she was pregnant and her doctor friend told her to stimulate her nipples. That suppposedly stimulates the hormone that causes contractions - or something like that anyway. good luck to you !
Wow, I was in a similar situation with my 2nd too...I was in my 39th week and my Dr wanted to induce....I wanted to wait it out. I did, and I went into labour naturally 3 days before my due date. I don't know if there's any correlation or not, but the night I went into labour, I had a cup of red rasberry tea (known to induce ) and had a warm bath...about so mins after my bath I had strong contractions. Best wishes whatever you decide!
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