Safe ways to bring labour on

[Jodie231104]

I have 2 weeks left till the big day and was wondering has anybody got any safe ways to bring in labour starting or safe ways for waters to break?

[Muminspire1]

Hi there, not long to go so just hang in there: Have sex if you can as it can kickstart labour, hubby thought I was mad but it worked, other things to try spicy food, keep walking, do stairs if you can but be very careful as your balance is impaired, pineapple juice, dates,raspberry leaf tea, maternity/ birthing ball is amazing, you can buy one from mothercare and lots of info on how to use it on youtube. All the best 😊

[Jodie231104 in reply to Muminspire1]

Hi thanks for your input I think I will trying some of those a bit closer to the time

[Muminspire1 in reply to Jodie231104]

My baby turned one year beginning of this week. She was born at 38 weeks exactly weighing over 3.5kg, she arrived 4am and we were both very well, I was discharged after 6 hours. I was desperate to have the baby due to worsening SPD and tried all of the things I suggested. If you are happy to go all the way then by all means, but there is no harm in keeping active and trying safe ways not to go over, my first three were all over due and one day felt too long so for the fourth I was determined not to go over. Wishing you well 😊

[Dad101]

Hi, Our midwife suggested sex as a good way to stimulate labour. We were 3 weeks late with second. Curry didn't work, nor driving across multiple speed bumps. To be honest I could never understand how you feel at the moment, but I would try and enjoy the peace and quiet while you can!

[roxannacar in reply to Dad101]

Did the not induce you? I thought 2weeks in the max they go over.

[Steffi_27]

Sex is supposed to be a goody as it releases similar hormones. Other than that plenty of walking. When I was in hospital waiting to be induced I watched loads of women go just from bouncing on one of those big gym balls, that's what I'll be trying in 8 weeks time. I've also heard stories where people went into labour after watching Michael McIntyre live last year, so may be worth sticking s vid of your fave comedian on and having a good old giggle. Good luck xx

[camould]

I was on my gym ball with my youngest for bout 2wks prior 2due date & she came 2days early so don't know if it work or coincidence hubby didn't like thought of sex.

[Jodie231104 in reply to camould]

Thanks I am quite happy bouncing away on my ball lol and my hubby thinks the same x

[KatSimpson]

Hi Jodie,

Google Debra Betts acupressure for labour. There are a few pressure points that can help induce labour naturally. Have a look and see what you think as not sure it's everyone's cup of tea.

Hope you're not waiting too much longer!