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Im 40 weeks and 3 days ...and nothing yet! no pains and doctors want to induce soon what should i do

Its my first child BTW and I want it all natural

Re: Im 40 weeks and 3 days ...and nothing yet! no pains and doctors want to induce soon what should i do

  • With my first, I didn't really have much indication she was coming until contractions started, so don't take the lack of activity as a sign labor will not start spontaneously! 

    Your doctor wants to induce, how soon is soon?

    Few things you could try: walking, sex, nipple stimulation, acupressure or acupuncture, chiro adjustment (someone familiar with the Webster Technique).  Good luck!  Waiting is hard!
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  • Well if they insist on setting an induction date, set it for 42wks. It will get them off your back so you can relax and have a safe natural birth
  • Is there any other reason why doctors want to induce other than that you are over 40 weeks? (Low fluid, etc?) If not, I agree with a pp, just schedule the induction for 42 weeks. The doc will probably want to monitor you pretty regularly. 
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  • If you get to the scheduled induction date, you can always opt for a drug free induction. With my son, they broke my water to induce me, and I went into active labor from there. I'd make sure to talk with your doctor about your options, and if you want natural, having them break your water is far less invasive than drugs (however, it does come with it's own set of possible issues, so make sure to ask questions and research your options)
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