My due date was Monday. If it doesn't happen naturally they will induce me Sunday. I really don't want to be induced is there anything I can do now to start labor? Give me your tips!
Good luck hun. There are a few threads on ways to kick start labour. But none of the answers are sure fire things, mostly just old wives tales I'm afraid... I'm due this Monday and might end up in the same boat as you this time next week... t&p to you
Try spending some time alone in mediation. Vision your body already in labour. Just like an animal of you are scared or stressed your body will hold off. Try to find peace with your body to let it happen. Also it maybe a long shot but can you put off the induction till later if baby isn't in any stress? This may help you calm down and go naturally.
I did this plus nipple stimulation last time and felt like it worked for me.
I'm way too lazy to search through old posts more then a few pages so thanks for posting. I've heard that giving a BJ gets labor started much faster since the gut obsorbs the hormone much faster. And walking and trying to relax helps. How are they planning on inducing you? Its not ideal but you don't want the baby in there too long (10 days is meant to be the max). Remember if you really are not comfortable you can refuse and just have them monitor you and the baby. This may buy you some time, good luck.
. I've heard that giving a BJ gets labor started much faster since the gut obsorbs the hormone much faster. Its not ideal but you don't want the baby in there too long (10 days is meant to be the max)..
I'm sorry but what? What does your "gut" have to do with semen aiding in softening of the cervix? Also, many doctors allow you to go to 42 weeks along with monitoring and such. OP, please consult with your doctor on this.
All you really can do at this point is have sex or walk. Even then if baby isn't ready it's still a waiting game.
I'm way too lazy to search through old posts more then a few pages so thanks for posting. I've heard that giving a BJ gets labor started much faster since the gut obsorbs the hormone much faster. And walking and trying to relax helps. How are they planning on inducing you? Its not ideal but you don't want the baby in there too long (10 days is meant to be the max). Remember if you really are not comfortable you can refuse and just have them monitor you and the baby. This may buy you some time, good luck.
Pretty sure this was made up by a man and has no truth to it.
There is actually evidence that oral absorption of semen is as or more effective in softening the cervix. Just like its recommended to take EPO orally and vaginally. But who wants to give daily BJ's???? I sure as hell don't.
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There is actually evidence that oral absorption of semen is as or more effective in softening the cervix. Just like its recommended to take EPO orally and vaginally. But who wants to give daily BJ's???? I sure as hell don't.
To each their own. According to my doctor, nothing is more effective then sex. The research I've done and seen states the same. Of course there are other ways to *get the semen in* I would stick with the more effective route. As long as the OP understands that even doing all of these things if baby isn't ready it's a no go.
Please don't try castor oil without talking to your doctor. Mine specifically told me NOT to do this because it can make you very ill and your baby can go into distress. I know an induction is scary, I really don't want one either, bur it's not worth doing anything crazy.
I have to second not using castor oil. My coworker tried to induce labor with her first using castor oil. It left her in terrible pain, diarrhea, and vomiting all while 40 weeks pregnant. Her son was fine, but she was dehydrated and ended up getting induced about a week later anyways.
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How overdue are you OP? They won't let me go over due because of my advance maternal age but for you healthy youngun's you should be normally allowed 2 weeks before induction. I was 11 days overdue with my first and I walked like 5 miles every night and it was finally the night I had sex that jump started labor. I am pretty sure that was just a coincidence though. Good luck to you!
Have you considered a membrane sweep? I had it done this morning. I it was pretty uncomfortable for me but worth a try before induction. My midwife said its a 50/50 change labor will start within 24 hours.
I do both every night. Unforunately I have to force myself on my husband every night. He's been sick so I told him just to put his face in a pillow, I'm not letting that stop me! hahaha
Update! I went to L&D right after I posted this because I started getting sick. They admitted me because I was having a few contractions and they are going to start the induction process soon!
I'll say this.... With my first I gave her father a BJ and swallowed the semen around 9pm (don't ask me why I remember the times so vividly) at around 11 pm I started having contractions. I went into active labor! Now I was 40 weeks and already about 50% effaced and 2 cm dilated! I've always believed the swallowing is what did it but hey, who knows!!!
Re: Is there anything I can do? Update!!
I'm due this Monday and might end up in the same boat as you this time next week...
t&p to you
I did this plus nipple stimulation last time and felt like it worked for me.
All you really can do at this point is have sex or walk. Even then if baby isn't ready it's still a waiting game.
TTC#1 for 19 months with PCOS and MFI IUI#3 + injectables = BFP!!!! Beta#1-134(13dpiui) Beta #2-392(15dpiui)
#1 born December 2011
TTC#2 - Beta #1 -51@10dpo Beta#2 -1353 @16dpo
#2 born May 2013
TTC # 3 June 2014 BFP 12-1-14
#3 born August 2015
#4!!!!!!! due June 2017
Yea I'll stick with pineapple