See this is the thing, I am 38 weeks and my midwive is going out of town tomorrow and i need to know how i can bring on labor by tonight. I have heard that sex works, castrol oil, LOTS of walking, and nipple stimulation, but i have tried all of these and they are not working. So if you know of anything else i need to know Please Hurry
2007-03-28 07:42:21 · 21 answers · asked by What to do when things get rough 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
omg-none of that stuff works unless you are ALREADY in the beginning stages of labor--save yourself the time, lol
baby will come when he or she is ready-there is nothing you can do to make it happen faster
and DO NOT try the nipple stimulation!!!
not only does it not work--but it is very dangerous.
it can cause major preterm contractions & force baby down so that their head is stuck in the birth canal
I saw a story about this not too long ago before I went into labor-the baby ended up dying because their head was wedged in the canal and could not breathe--the 'false' contractions were soo like real ones the baby was being 'forced' into being born
I wish I remember where I saw it, Id give it to you so you could read the story--If I come across it, I'll edit.
you're almost there--just wait for baby to come when he/she is ready.
2007-03-28 07:53:50 · answer #1 · answered by Shellberry 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't try to bring on contractions, that could put the baby into a lot of stress. The baby will come when it is ready. There should be other people in your midwifes business that can deliver your baby. Talk to you midwife about it, she will know what is best. Also, if you go into labor, that doesn't mean that you will have your baby by the time that your midwife leaves. Bringing on contractions without medical advice and suupervision is really dangerous for you both.
2007-03-28 07:50:35 · answer #2 · answered by Amanda B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I told my friend this and she went into labor within 6 hours. Go to the drugstore and buy Castor Oil. Take twice the recommended dose. It's a laxative, so you will be going to the bathroom quite a bit. The emptying of your bowels will bring on labor. And it's also nice because you won't have to worry about going potty during labor - because you'll be cleaned out. That sometimes happens. Good luck!
Ps: Castor Oil will not hurt your baby, it's natural.
2007-03-28 07:48:55 · answer #3 · answered by ggirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know if this will help but I decided to clean my house really good and that night i went into labor i guess all of the activity is what did it. but the only thing else really is sex and walking and castor oil will only really help you go to the bathroom. Sorry to tell you but it will only happen when its time! Have a happy pregnancy and hope everything is great with the new baby
2007-03-28 07:50:43 · answer #4 · answered by Britty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wine is another one only 1-2 glasses though try a medela breast pump on high setting for 20 minutes, stretch, swimming, jet tubs(thats why the hospital has em partially) chocolate (I know it sounds silly but it like wine helps you relax) basically if you are too wound up it is harder to start, also I have heard you can have your membranes stripped by your midwife or doc. good luck just make sure you are definitely not earlier than 37 wks preemies arent much fun
2007-03-28 07:50:03 · answer #5 · answered by ashley m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recently heard that there's a massage method with your ankles that is supposed to bring on the labor. Something to do with pressure points in your ankles. Also sex worked for me with my first. Good luck!!
2007-03-28 08:01:12 · answer #6 · answered by Smiley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard that sex only works if you - the pregnant woman, not your husband - climax.
What works every time? Patience.
Sucks, I know, but probably the truest answer. Your little bundle of joy will arrive as soon as God decides it's time.
Good Luck - it'll be time to have that baby before you know it!
2007-03-28 07:47:31 · answer #7 · answered by Marvelissa 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sex is what got my first one on its way, but after 4 kids I can tell you this ... they come when they want too no matter how much you try, sadly some are more stubborn and just wont come out till they are ready
2007-03-28 07:47:37 · answer #8 · answered by PaintedWings 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Castor oil. You're suppose to drink it and it's really good, not the whole bottle now but less than a mouth full.
2007-03-28 07:49:09 · answer #9 · answered by jamrock 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well if you are dilated to a 4 they could induce you.But you can have sex alot. or walk.But if the baby isn't ready then nothen is going to work much.
2007-03-28 07:54:06 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋