So what happens when your pregnancy is 40 weeks and 2 days like mine and no signs of baby coming. So induction techniques are plentiful with some being more scientific than others and they range from very gentle to very forceful. I want to share with you the range of options then let you know which ones are my go to and let you decide what is best for you and baby. As always please consult your mid-wife or OB/GYN before selecting any of the more forceful options.
Meditation/Deep breathing Least forceful
Raspberry Leaf Tea/ Herbs
Eat Dates
Spicy Food/ Curry
Sex
Nipple Stimulation
Evening Primrose oil for cervical softening
Induction Massage
Acupressure
Chiropractic induction
Acupuncture
Membrane Sweeping or Stripping
Break Water
Misoprostol
Pitocin
C-section Most Forceful (Ultimate induction)
So During my first pregnancy I used raspberry leaf tea, massage, acupuncture, sex, spicy food, nipple stimulation and chiropractic induction. During my current pregnancy I am doing acupuncture, sex and spicy food, prayer and chiropractic induction. Please remember that certain herbs and techniques must be supervised by your mid-wife or OB especially in cases such as a VBAC, pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes.
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