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Can i take castor oil at 40 weeks and 1 day pregnant? will it harm my baby?
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Yes,but: It is a myth that this will trigger labor.It may trigger a bunch of loose greasy stools. It will not bother baby.
Answered 7/16/2013
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Castor Oil: Castor oil is commonly used by pregnant females when it is time to start labor. It works for some when it causes rapid evacuation of the bowels which seems to trigger labor. It is safe to use and very commonly used for this purpose.
Answered 10/31/2013
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