Question 1

what are some ways to induce labor?

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Several: You can use prostaglandins like cervidil.  You can use pitocin (oxytocin).  You can use extra-amniotic saline infusion.

Question 2

are there natural ways to induce labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nipple stimulation is one way.  It can cause powerful contractions so it is not something you should do without talking to your doctor.

Question 3

what are the best ways to induce labor naturally?

Accepted Answer

Lots of advice: There are numerous old- wives tales on this subject.  The bottom line is ... When the baby is ready they will be born.

Question 4

what are some safe ways to induce labor at home ?

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Labor: If you could bring on labor then the secrete would be out there and women would love it.  Always remember the baby is part of the equation and sends a signal to the mom when it is time to come out.  Part of the increase in Cesarean section rate is from inductions when it is not time.

Question 5

are there any natural ways to induce labor that are safe and medically proven?

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Hospital: Labor can be induced at the hospital with Oxytocin or a few different Prostaglandin medications. There are no proven ways to induce labor on your own. Increasing activity levels such as walking can be helpful. Intercourse is sometimes thought to soften the cervix.

Question 6

ways to induce labor. been having on and off again contractions and constant back pain and sharp pain when baby moves?

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Are you in labor?: Couple things: has your water broken? how many weeks along are you? If you're at term, and your water has broken, you might already be in active labor.

if your water hasn't broken and you're at term, have sex.  Eat Thai or Indian food, take a walk.

Question 7

what are some ways to help induce labor?

Accepted Answer

Nature Decides: If you are not more than 41 weeks, let your body decide the safe time to have a baby. Keep doing Kick counts. That is safest method.

Question 8

are there safe ways to naturally induce labor?

Accepted Answer

Nature or not: Induction of labor is recommended when a pregnancy needs to be delivered for medical reasons. Providers use medications soften the cervix  and contractions to start.  All methods have risks,  and  "natural" methods can be just as risky as medication unless you are being monitored by your physician.    If you are concerned and you need induction, talk to your doctor about what your options are.

Question 9

are there natural ways to help induce labor if im 90%  thinned out?

Accepted Answer

Babies come when: They are ready. Doctors can induce labor when there is a medical indication.

Question 10

are there any safe ways to naturally induce labor? (im nearing 39 weeks and want to go into labor naturally but dont want to go past 40 weeks.?

Accepted Answer

: Beware of all the remedies,”magic” foods,exercises &amp; even herbal washes that you will find if you’re looking into it.Most of them cause diarrhea and the painful cramps stimulate contractions.Walking if you’re not in labour doesn’t work, but stay active till the end.The one likely safe is sex.Sperm has prostaglandins that help to mature the cervix. Talk to your Obstetrician about more ways.

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