I'm 39.5 weeks and had membrane sweep done this morning. Havent had any signs of labour. If you've had it done, how long did it take for you to go into labour?
I had mine done twice with my first pregnancy- the first time (at 39 weeks) nothing happened but the second time (about a week later) perhaps did the trick- I began feeling mild contractions that same night. The next afternoon was when the intensity of my labor increased and my son was born that night. I will absolutely want to have it done again with this pregnancy (due 10/29). I think I remember my OB saying that if membrane sweeping does work, labor would start within 24 hrs. Fingers crossed for you!
Is it painful to have your membrane swept? I declined last time and didn't end up needing it, but would be interested this time if labor doesn't start by due date.
I had a painless membrane sweep with my first baby and had her 48 hours later at 38+6. This time I had my membranes swept at 39+6. It was painful, I cramped something awful, felt like I was in labor, and bled and had nasty cervical mucus for three days. I ended up getting induced on 10/8 at 40+2. I presented with regular mild contractions, but no cervical change and baby went from his dropped position to high in my pelvis. I endured an awful 30 hr labor and had a 10lb baby. I really wish the membrane sweep a few days prior would have worked. I would give it a try.
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