Question 1

what is the drink with castor oil that induces labor?

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I am not sure there: Iam not sure that you should take caster oil or any thing with it to induce labor.

Question 2

is castor oil a safe way to induce labor?

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Castor Oil: Yes. But, it will only work if the baby is ready to be delivered.

Question 3

i drunk castor oil, will i go into labor?

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Diarrhea...: You will have diarrhea and some contractions but may not go into full-blown labor.  Time will tell.  Best wishes.

Question 4

can i take 2 oz of castor oil to kick start labor?

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Castor Oil: Castor oil will help you empty your bowels. It will not trigger labor unless coincidentally your uterus is ready to start contractions.

Question 5

help can castor oil really help induce labor?

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Diarrhoea: Castor Oil gives you diarrhea and tends to give you false labor which is irritating. Castor Oil may give some other associated side effects. Please consult with your doctor before you use castor oil.

Question 6

can you tell me facts on castor oil to induce labor?

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Talk to your ob: Castor oil causes diarrhea.  In the process, it can cause some uterine contractions.  It is not directly harmful to the baby.  However, inducing your own contractions without the knowlege of your OB can cause problems for your baby and is not a great idea.  Induction without a medical reason prior to 39 weeks is not recommended.  Best to discuss this idea with your Ob before you try it.

Question 7

i am past due and i want to induce labor. is 2 tbsp of castor oil okay for baby?

Accepted Answer

Past due: Rarely an overdue pregnancy is related to problems with the placenta or the baby however there can be problems.  If your baby is overdue his or her size could complicate a vaginal delivery.  In addition, the amount of amniotic fluid might begin to decrease which can cause the umbilical cord to become  pinched as the baby moves.  You need to see your doctor for evaluation and induction if indicated

Question 8

can rubbing castor oil on your belly induce labor?

Accepted Answer

Castor oil: Probably not. Castor oil as a base used in injectables has been shown to cause contractions. The oral use of castor oil has been said to cause contractions, but not proven to do so. But the oil is probably not absorbed in any significant amount thru the skin. DrG

Question 9

can you tell me about it's like to try castor oil to induce labor :)?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your ob: Castor oil causes diarrhea.  In the process, it can cause some uterine contractions.  It is not directly harmful to the baby.  However, inducing your own contractions without the knowlege of your OB can cause problems for your baby and is not a great idea.  Induction without a medical reason prior to 39 weeks is not recommended.  Best to discuss this idea with your Ob before you try it.

Question 10

how long do castor oil capsules take to induce labor and do they need to be frozen first?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Castor oil is a strong stimulant that can cause not just diarrhea but also stomach upset - which may not be a good thing when you are in labor. It has been used for millenia, but there is very little medical evidence that it is effective.

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