Any suggestions for labor induction at home? Castor oil did not work nor evening primrose oil or walking..?

Question

I am scheduled to have a c-section on Wednesday and I would really love to give birth naturally instead - as I have had experience on c-section and natural with my two prior kids - I am only 2cm dialated, the baby has not dropped "at all" AND the doctor just told me that my cervix is VERY thick - therefore, she really doubts that I will be able to go into labor on my own.

Additionally, I cannot be induced as no doctor will risk inducing me because I had a prior c-section and it can open up. Therefore, I have no choice but to have the c-section but like I said previoulsy I would much rather go naturally if I could; the healing process is easier, no stitches when one goes natural -

I have heard about nipple stimulation with a breast pump - any personal experiences and what was the outcome.. Thank you...

I had a c-section with my first child - natural with my second -

Answer 1

You have gotten some really interesting answers...
Nipple stimulation done Manually is what you need. That & sex with you having a good orgasm and your husband ejaculating inside of you. ALL of these methods release hormones that would, can, and willbring on labor.
However, if your cervix isnt sofeting then you are just not ready. You could ask your doctor for more time. If you baby is not having any signs of stress and the plecenta is in good shape there is no need to hurry. They can tell all of that with an ultrasound.

However, the one onther component that hasnt been mentioned is your emotions. Emotions are like a frieght train...especially where birth is concerned.
Aginst what anyone practicing Westen Medicine would say, it is not in natures design for a pregnant woman to NOT go into labor. Any being that gives birth WILL Naturally go into labor on its own unless there is an emotional block. Period. I suggest you get to the root of the issue and address your emotions. Do you really, TRULY trust you body? Are you afraid of tearing? Are you afraid of dieing?
Ask your Dr. for a week. Examine your feelings. Talk to your baby.


Dont try caster oil agian! Have SEX! A lot of it!!

Answer 2

Often, physicians don't take risks for good reasons. Vaginal delivery after cesarian (VBAC) can have significant risks to you and your fetus. I suggest you coordinate all decisions with your obstetrician so that you do not cause harm. You need to consider why a cesarian was done for the previous pregnancy becuase some previous indications put you at risk for complications from vaginal delivery. VBAC is a very complex issue and some studies indicate that there is increased risk of fetal malpresentation, placental abnormalities, serious bleeding after delivery, prolonged labor, need for emergency cesarean, and uterine rupture.

Please for the safety of you and your baby, openly discuss your plans with you OB.

That said, nipple stimulation can the release of a hormone that causes uterine contractions, which may help progress into labor. Also, semen contains a compound that helps mature the cervix and therefore sex can also help.

Answer 3

your doctor is right as the risk for a natural birth after having a c section is very high, many complications may occur due to this... if you want to help induce labor though, nipple stimulation and rubbing of the fundus of the uterus (below the umbilicus) helps as oxytocin is increased thus the contraction of the uterus occurs. hope you all the best!

Answer 4

You can try sex. The chemical in semen helps soften the cervix. I've also heard to eat pinnapple but I don't know if that makes any sense at all. Check out this site, you might find some good info there. Midwiferytoday.com.

Good luck!

Answer 5

Try nipple stimulation,and if your up for long walks.The more exercise you acquire in your life style it can help.(Just like if your in labour walking speeds things up!) Try having sex with your husband as well.My wife and I were told that helps as well from the doctor.The sperm will thin the thickness and produce proteins or something(I can't exactly remember)but I know for a fact it can help!The doctor looked right in to my eyes and knotted his head of approval and gave me encouragement.

That is all the advice I know.Hope your delivery goes well and your child is healthy.

Answer 6

You shouldn't have used these methods to begin with. Nipple stimulation can work in very few cases if you feel like stimulating them for HOURS and HOURS everyday.

Answer 7

I've heard that nipple stimulation works. Also, sex will work - as your utuerus contracts when you reach the peak. (Okay, too graphic sorry!). For me the combo of primrose oil (vaginal supposatories) and rocking on my excersize ball put me into labor.

Do you have an excersize ball? Just use your pelvis to rock back and forth - not your legs. Let your hips do the work. If you don't have on call on friends and family members - see if you can borrow one. I got mine for $10 at Walmart and my sis got hers the same price at Target. The motion really gets that baby moved down. My son kept dropping (because of the rocks) and I hardly had to push at all when it came down to it.

Answer 8

Unfortunatley I tried all of those as well and stil had to be induced, at least two weeks over for al three of my kids, I wish you the best of luck with the new one!

Answer 9

Heres a website on naturally inducing
http://www.pregnancy-health-center.com/inducing-labor.html

Answer 10

Try an excersice ball to get the baby to drop down... You can sit on it while you watch tv, just roll your hips around on it. it should help open up your cervix too once the baby drops.. Good Luck!!!!