Community› The Bump Message Boards› Natural Birth
Natural Birth
New Discussion

2nd timer- newbie question

luvpinsanityluvpinsanity
in Natural Birth
Due to the problems with my placenta, my Dr will not let me go past 37 weeks, and will schedule an induction at that time. However, since I would prefer a natural birth, I'd like to avoid a medical induction if at all possible and find ways to naturally induce labor. 

I tried to talk to my OB last week about if it would be okay for me to start trying to induce labor naturally at 36 weeks or so, but he did not say one way or another, and basically said "it won't work" I am already 2cm dilated and 80% effaced, my cervix is really soft... I had a quick labor with my DS, so I am hopeful that if things get rolling they will move swiftly.

I'm going to ask that my OB if I can have sex at 35-36 weeks, and then do a membrane sweep 24-48 hours before the induction is scheduled if things haven't gotten moving by then... What other things can I do/try to induce labor naturally? 

I am meeting with a MW next week to ask her some questions, and then I will check everything with my OB & Peri before I try something--- don't worry!! Sorry this is an unusual circumstance, but if you can let me know what worked for you that would be great!! If you think I am crazy for even THINKING about a natural induction, please tell me! :)

- - - - Wedding Countdown Ticker

Visit The Knot! image image Visit The Knot!
Report Reply to Post

Re: 2nd timer- newbie question

  • AshasaurusRexAshasaurusRex member
    The only thing about natural labor induction techniques is that it won't work unless you're about to go into labor anyway. But seeing as you're already dilated and effacing you may be a good candidate. If you're OB refuses to do a membrane sweep on you, try to find a MW who would be willing (a friend of mine did that). Also chiropractic care and acupuncture have both been successful at starting labor. Oh and definitely have sex:). Good luck!
    252855_10150214241312114_262494087113_7012916_3895481_n-2Uploaded from the Photobucket iPhone App
    Lilypie Second Birthday tickersLilypie Fourth Birthday tickers BabyFruit Ticker Siggy check.
    Report Reply
  • Loading the player...
  • mrsblivenmrsbliven
    i second the acupuncture. but it is not just one visit. start going at 35 weeks, twice a week. hopefully your labor will start before induction date. sex is also super important!!
    Report Reply
  • Fun2DreamFun2Dream

    Remember, too, that female orgasm is more productive in sex than semen - the amount of prostaglandins introduced from semen is minimal compared to the amount of oxytocin released during female orgasm.

    You can start drinking red raspberry leaf tea any time now, and there are other herbs, etc, that you could try - though I'm not sure what they are, how they're used, or how effective they are.  I know Evening Primrose Oil is something to research, as well as castor oil.

    Good luck to you - I hope that you have the birth you desire. :) 

    Report Reply
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"