Question 1

how can i progress labor during pregnancy at home?

Accepted Answer

Early  Labor: You need to be patient.  Maybe  take a  walk, warm  bath and  a light meal.   Labor  takes  time  .  Eventually  the  contractions  will be consistent and come  closer.

Question 2

is a fluctuating temperature during pregnancy indicative of labor ?

Accepted Answer

No: A true fever (over 100.4 degrees f) suggests infection, but just feeling hot or warm doesn't indicate labor.  Most pregnant women often feel warm in pregnancy.

Question 3

will induced labor affect future pregnancies?

Accepted Answer

No: If All goes well with the labor simply inducing labor will not impact future labors

Question 4

can sex during pregnancy help to have easier labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it can as long as it is done gently and no anal intercourse is done due to infection risk and cross contamination. Orgasm in the third trimester can actually stimulate demonstrable uterine contractions that can eventually result in labor. Please check with your treating OB MD to be certain that it is safe to engage in sexual activity.

Question 5

on 3rd pregnancy 32weeks, terrified of labor, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Labor fears: The best way to counteract fear is by educating yourself. Let your physician or midwife know about your fear. The more you know, the better you can prepare yourself. Congratulations and I hope that all goes well.

Question 6

how can i help my wife during pregnancy and during labor when that time comes?

Accepted Answer

Talk to her..: Tell her how beautiful she is, thank her over and over again, massage her back, tie her shoes when she can't reach them anymore, tell her again how beautiful she is.  During labor, listen to her - do what she wants you to do at that moment, and realize that request may change 5 seconds later. Be patient with her - she's not sure either from one second to the next what she will need!

Question 7

why some ladies reach 40 w of pregnancy and pass their due date and still no normal labor?

Accepted Answer

Nobody knows why: Nobody knows what makes women go into labor. Something happens and there are changes the levels of certain hormones, such as decreasing Progesterone and increasing oxytocin, and then contractions start. Nobody knows why the pregnancy "clock" officially ends at 40 weeks (it's magic), but with some women delivering prematurely, and some going past 40 weeks.

Question 8

how good is it to excercise during a pregnancy? does it help or benefit at all during labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, can help some: Whether, when, and how to exercise when pregnant are important concerns. An OB provider who is experienced and knows the patient best is the one who can assess risk and benefits of exertion. Traditionally obs caution patients to not start any new types of exercise and to update them on problems. Note that high-risk conditions, illness, fetal problems might require a change in activity type, level.

Question 9

help plz! can pregnancy or labor cause mastocytosis?

Accepted Answer

No: Mastocytosis is caused by mutations in the DNA that lead to increased mast cell growth. These mutations occur randomly, not due to pregnancy or labor. Hormonal changes in pregnancy may exacerbate the symptoms of mastocytosis, or can also lead to other problems like hives during or after pregnancy. See an allergist/immunologist or a provider that specializes in mastocytosis for more info.

Question 10

does wpw syndrome need to be concerned during pregnancy and labor?

Accepted Answer

No more: than usual....Make sure your OB-GYN knows about your Cardiac History and any Medications you may be on. Get checked by your Internist/Cardiologist during your pregnancy (I suggest each Trimester!
Good Luck
Healthy Baby!!
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

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