how can I induce labor I'm over 40 weeks?

Answer 1

Lots of walking and having sex.

Answer 2

Walk
If you are having contractions but are not yet in labor, walking can help get things going. Walking allows your hips to sway side to side, which will help bring the baby into position to be born. Also, by standing upright, you're using gravity to move the baby down into the pelvis. Another plus: It usually feels good to walk when you are contracting. And of course, even if you don't go into full-blown labor, at least you're getting some exercise.

Sex
Making love can be one of the last things on a woman's mind toward the end of her pregnancy. She feels clumsy and big and may be experiencing a lot of vaginal pressure. But believe it or not, sex is one of the things you can do to get your labor under way. When you and your partner make love, his semen (which contains prostaglandins) can stimulate contractions.

Castor oil
For decades, women have been using castor oil to help induce labor. In fact, many old school physicians and midwives swear by it. It can provide good results if you are already in early labor. It is believed to work by causing spasms in the intestines, which surround the uterus toward the end of pregnancy. These spasms, in turn, cause the uterus to cramp, which might result in labor.

You can take 1 to 4 ounces of castor oil mixed with 6 ounces of orange juice to cut its oiliness. You'll want to drink it quickly because of the unpleasant taste. Some practitioners suggest taking a single dose; others suggest repeated doses depending on your response. Keep in mind that castor oil usually will cause your bowels to empty within about three hours. With luck, soon after that, you will be in true labor.

Spicy food
Some people swear that it was that extra-hot enchilada from their favorite Mexican restaurant that brought them face to face with their new baby. Unfortunately, the statistics are out on this one. You could try it, but if you have a full stomach when you are in labor, you might vomit and see that enchilada again--in less-than-appetizing circumstances.

Blue and black cohosh
These herbs are used often to induce labor. They may be particularly effective if you are having weak or irregular contractions. Blue cohosh is believed to make uterine contractions stronger, while black cohosh may regulate the contractions. Together, they work to make contractions more effective. Unfortunately, no studies have determined that these natural treatments are safe, or whether all versions of the herb available for purchase are of equal potency. Be sure to discuss any herbal treatment with your practitioner before attempting it, to see if it is a good idea in your situation.

Nipple stimulation
Some women massage their nipples as a way to induce labor. This stimulation brings about the release of oxytocin, which is the natural form of pitocin. Oxytocin causes contractions, which sometimes evolve into labor.

Most practitioners are not enthusiastic about this method of inducing labor, because it has been known to lead to excessively long, strong uterine contractions sometimes resulting in fetal heart rate slowing. Unless your practitioner advises it and is monitoring your progress closely, nipple stimulation is not recommended as a means for beginning labor.

Answer 3

have sex provided hubby/boyfriends willing it might just relax you enough to knock you into labor try not to be induced by the doc its not natural and can make it take longer also risky for the baby

Answer 4

If your bag of waters is intact, then try having sex. In order to experience the benefits, you'd need to have an orgasm. That's what releases the hormone oxytocin. Walking will also help.

Answer 5

Oh My, I went 2 weeks over....I walked and moved around...did everything I could...finally had to be induced...go luck and congrats!

Answer 6

Nature will take it's course...a "normal" pregnancy is between 32 and 42 weeks, so you have a couple more weeks before you would be considered overdue anyway.

Answer 7

SEX!!! Hey, it worked for me =) But it is better is he cums in you, something about the sperm makes you go into labor. Whoever said to drink castor oil - DON'T !!!! It will just make you s*it your pants and remeber what you ent and drink the baby does to and it can cause the baby to poop 'muconium' and can cause ALOT of problems.

Answer 8

My doctor suggested sex, walking and long hot showers.
He really pushed the shower part. He said to make sure the water hits your breasts and lower back. It kick starts labor.

Good luck!

Answer 9

Have a really hot curry, followed by some really hot sex.

GOOD LUCK

Answer 10

go and have sex now and keep tryin till ur contractions start. it will trigger them off. but dont have sex after ur waters go. good luck