Just wondering what everyone has tried to use to induce labor, and what method is the most effective??? I had to be induced with my daughter and I want to try and stay away from the Pitocin this time if possible. Thanks!
2007-03-18 09:20:55 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
When I was pregnant with my second my doctor, swept my membranes the first time was a Wednesday and the second was on a Friday, it definetly wasn't the most comfortable. After each time I would go walking for an hour or two at the mall. Saturday morning my mucus plug fell out, I started active labor about 4:15 and my son was born at 6:29pm. My doctor had also told me sex helps, since when you have an orgasm your uterus contracts. Since his father and I were broken up at the time, that was hard to accomplish. But I've had lots of friends that say sex, masturbating, and walking help. I don't blame you about the pitocin I've had friends that got induced with it and there labors were more uncomfortable and a lot longer. I know once I get closer to my due date with this one, I will definetly be walking and having sex as long as my doc says it's okay. Good Luck!!
2007-03-18 09:52:21 · answer #1 · answered by ERIKA D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exercise is good. Sex did not work for me. Only time worked. My cousin was told to try some home made remedies and she would up in the hospital with a horrible digestive bout. She was in so much pain she thought she was in labor, , but no baby. She would have been better off if she had just waited.
2007-03-18 16:25:12 · answer #2 · answered by Rocka 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree i was induced first time and it wasn't pleasant. Second time i took Rasberry Leaf tablets and kept mobile.
You could try the old curry trick I had a vindaloo two days before and I swear it worked. You could try sex also as semen has the same kind of properties as the stuff they give you to induce you.
Good luck
2007-03-18 16:26:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was two weeks early with my first baby in december and I think its because I walked 2 miles into town. So I would suggest taking a long walk.
2007-03-18 16:25:38 · answer #4 · answered by micci c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with my son i was out mowing three yards and then went in to have sex. i woke up in labor and had him that day. though i dont know if it was a good idea or not i wasnt trying to go into labor just doing everyday things.
2007-03-18 16:28:17 · answer #5 · answered by wlfbelcher 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was induced with my daughter back in Dec. 2005 due to the fact I was already dilated, if you are dilated they can break your water.
2007-03-18 16:24:30 · answer #6 · answered by icerose2300 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave it to the medical professionals. Relax, the baby will come on it's own time. Congratulations!
2007-03-18 16:25:47 · answer #7 · answered by RickinAlaska 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have sex when you are due soon I heard that makes you go into labor
2007-03-18 16:25:09 · answer #8 · answered by shopriteismylife 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
walking i think or something like that.
2007-03-18 16:29:23 · answer #9 · answered by Emma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sex, walking and hot baths
2007-03-18 16:24:52 · answer #10 · answered by jay_jay08742 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋