Home remedies for starting labor?

Question

I was supposed to have my water broken today, but that procedure was moved to next week (unless I go into labor on my own before then). Any ideas on how to bring this about?? I'm willing to try (almost) anything! Thanks!

Answer 1

Bunches!
Stimulate nipples
there is a pressure point on both sides of the back of the neck / on the shoulders
S E X
physical activities : walking / swimming (FUN)
I personally had no results with oils or certain vitamins and herbs

Answer 2

I would have to agree with all the others.....SEX would be the answer. Your probably not even in the mood, if your uncomfortable and ready to give birth. But one thing that wasn't mentioned, is if you choose to have sex, make sure you orgasm too, not just your man. If you orgasm too then it will contract your uterus. The nipple simulation doesn't work unless you have all day rubbing your nipples. It does work, but you have to do it for like 15 hours straight, i think 15 minutes an hour. I read it on the Internet, because I was in your situation just a few months ago. I was sooo ready to hurry up and have my baby. The other thing that always works is WALK!! Make sure your keep moving. Hope all goes well, good luck to you and your baby. Also, if you can and into it, try doggie style....

Answer 3

Truth is, there is not a lot you can do. What people may suggest, are just the things you describe in your own question- "A bunch of things that don't work!" What works for someone, even if it is just sheer coincidence, may not work for anyone else. Just rest up, don't go trying a much of things that are not guaranteed to work, they are just old wives tales. Walking-Only helps the baby engage, it doe not cause contractions. Sex-Only helps soften the cervix, it too, does not give you contractions Spicy food-Is supposed to give you bowel cramps, in hopes the cramps turn uterine. This causes a lot of false labour. Castor oil- Causes explosive diarrhea, in hopes the bowel cramps turn uterine also. Not to mention, can be extremely dangerous.

Answer 4

I'm afraid SEX is the best advice even though at that stage of pregnancy its most often the LAST thing on your mind. Also stimulating your nipples......and squats while holding a door handle with door open.

Good luck and best wishes for a quick and safe labor!!!!

Answer 5

I drank Red Raspberry Leaf tea and went into labor 3 days early. You have to buy it at a Natural Food Store.

Answer 6

Uterine contractions can be produced by nipple manipulation (moving the breast around like a baby was sucking) or by intercourse. Both of these actions produce oxytocin, which is a friend of pitocin (what they use in the hospital to induce labor).

Best wishes!!

Answer 7

omg,some people will say this wont work but i swear by it ,itdose SEX !it helped me go into labor with both of my kids your body has to be ready of course to,but it dose induce labor especially rear entry i recommend that position for the best results.i swear every time at the end of my pregnancies after having sex hours later i was in labor you have to be good and ready to pop though.

Answer 8

Do anything exciting, or rough..
Sex they say is a good way to start your labor.
Ride fourwheeler, get into a boat, ride lawn mower, walk, In other words anything that might jerk you around a little. Not too much though..
But although I know it hurts to so late in pregnancy sex is a good way to progress it along...

Answer 9

LOL My Great Grandmother chased my Grandma around the house with a broom !!!!!!and gave her Castor oil
I don't recommend either one but thought that a good laugh might get things going in the right direction.
All kidding aside try walking -just don't go far and have someone with you !
GOOD LUCK---REMEMBER YOUR BREATHING !

Answer 10

I heard that sliding down a slide will help and also riding in the car on a bumpy road ( not too bumpy) . Good luck!