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When the pregnancy has been going on for almost nine months, every mother asks herself: when will I finally give birth? The state of pregnancy, which he used to be called “blessed”, is a great effort for the female body. It happens that the due date has passed and the solution is not in sight. It seems then that the baby is at home for good. What are some ways to speed up the birth of the long-awaited offspring?
Women are nervous that nothing is happening and the pregnancy will be transferred, they seek advice on forums and ask their friends about effective ways to induction of labor. Many of the tips found on the Internet are shocking, pointless and sometimes even dangerous to mother and baby. Which ones are worth trying?
First of all – be patient
Only 4% of women give birth on a regular basis time limit. This is because each child grows at their own individual pace, and often given due date it is indicative only. Some babies are mature and ready to be born after 38 weeks, and others after 42 weeks. This is why the obstetrician says the appointment deadlinefor example on September 17th, that’s just contractual date. The patient may give birth two weeks earlier as well as two weeks later. Therefore, if your appointment expired, don’t panic! On the appointed day due date see your treating physician. He will perform the necessary tests that will confirm whether the baby’s life is not in any danger. If everything is alright, I will send my mother home. You must be prepared for the fact that for up to 14 days you will have to come for an examination each day to monitor your baby’s health. If, after this period, there are no signs of impending delivery, the attending physician will make a decision about induction of labor.
Second – do not believe everything they write on the Internet
On many forums you can find information that exercise supports childbirth. Many mothers-to-be strongly limit their movements before delivery. The growing belly definitely makes it difficult to move normally, let alone intense physical exertion. if you want induce labor, decide on some activity. It is not about lifting, hanging curtains, cleaning windows or running. Such activities can have dire consequences and are generally not safe for mother and baby. Go for a longer walk – you will oxygenate yourself and your baby and improve blood circulation. Adequate physical activity causes endorphins to appear, which will improve your mood and relieve stress from difficult experiences.
Sex – universal, effective and enjoyable
Doctors strongly recommend that you abstain from sexual activity for about 6 weeks before giving birth, as he can do it hard hasten the birth of a descendant. Already in antiquity, this was considered a great way. Medicine has explained that there are prostaglandins in semen which, when they are placed near the cervix, cause it to mature and thus provoke it to contract. Moreover, sex is a great type of massage that can soothe pain as well induce labor. Uterine contractions also occur when the nipples are stimulated. Then, oxytocin enters the bloodstream, stimulating uterine contractions.
The main thing – common sense
There are many home methods to induce labor. It has long been known to drink raspberry tea, take hot baths or drink castor oil to make hasten childbirth. However, every body is different, and not every woman will do the same. Moreover, you should be careful, because too hot bath or vigorous physical activity, instead of helping, can be harmful. Everything should be done in moderation!