I don't want induced

ak3627 · March 2013

I have gd and they want to induce me if I don't go into labor on my own.induction is scheduled forApril 8 I do not want to be induced so what can I do to try and jump start my labor? I am full term and doc have me the clear for going into labor. Help

526SadieSadie · March 2013

There is no proven way to do it. Some women swear by red raspberry tea, others try pumping bc it jump starts hormones. Some people will tell you to have sex/masturbate because semen softens the cervix and orgasms can jump start contractions

lsleeper22 · March 2013

I'm in a similar situation. I'm hypothyroid and my OB and perinatologist were suggesting induction at 39 weeks. I've told them I do not want to be induced early but will consider induction once my EDD comes and goes (+a few days). </p

tokenhoser · March 2013

lsleeper22:
I'm in a similar situation. I'm hypothyroid and my OB and perinatologist were suggesting induction at 39 wee

lsleeper22 · March 2013

I think it was also due to size concern, but the thyroid concern was definitely part of the reason according to the prei. I thought it was strange too since my bp, urine, growth... etc has all been great throughout the pregnancy. This is exact

BigPoppa22 · March 2013

What are the risks of being induced? Our baby measured 7 lb 13 oz at 36 weeks and later this week, at 38 weeks the OB wants to do an internal and determine if we should schedule to be induced at 39 weeks, for fear of the baby being too big. A

ssemovsk · March 2013

I would decline being induced unless there is a very very sound medical reason. I'm alarmed by all the scheduled c sections and inductions i read about - something does not seem right...

tokenhoser · March 2013

BigPoppa22:
What are the risks of being induced? Our baby measured 7 lb 13 oz at 36 weeks and later this week, at 38 wee

rinne129 · March 2013

Stop thinking of yourself as a patient and tell your OB no!--there's nothing wrong with you, you're pregnant -- the most natural thing in human history!

But, if you really want to stimulate labor I have heard of the following: pineapple, spicey f

JSS1002 · March 2013

Nipple stimulation, both with my hands, DH hands, and my manual breast pump, has definitely given me some contractions!

Mrs E in Oregon · March 2013

My midwives told me the only two things that are proven to actually ripen the cervix (studies to back them up that is) are acupuncture and nipple stimulation. Tell the acupuncturist that you're there for cervical ripening. He/she should ask if your OB/

Mama-Bear · March 2013

With DS1 I walked a ton and I do believe that helped me go into labor. With my twins, I did EVERYTHING except for the tea and castor oil, nothing got them antsy.