Friday, June 18, 2010

I need advice!

Ok, so I am literally to the point where I want to do anything and everything to get this little one out. I didn't have my 38 week check up this week because my doctor was out of town, so I have no idea if I've dilated or progressed. Which sucks, because the anticipation is wearing on me! I feel like I have a whole month left to go! But I am praying that she will come this week..hopefully! But if anyone has advice on how to induce labor naturally, please let me know! I'm going nuts!!! And I think Heavenly Father is definitely making me learn patience right now! haha

3 comments:

  1. Well, I've never experienced this, but Cory did a full semester on the labor/delivery floor of the hospital so my advice should be correct :)
    - physical activity. Walk around, lots of movement, strenuous activity.
    - anything that will lower muscle threshold... calcium supplements will probably help.
    - nipple stimulation (we're big girls - so there it is) :)
    So there's a few, here's a website with a list of ideas & tips from more experienced people:
    http://www.givingbirthnaturally.com/natural-ways-to-induce-labor.html

    Good luck Brie!

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  2. Brie,

    I've read about how hot/spicy foods can sometimes induce labor, as well as being romantic with your hubby, and walking. Hope the ideas help...sounds like your friend Jamie has a lot of good tips too!

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  3. Hey there friend I found your blog, hope it's alright! I saw my doctor yesterday and he told me the same thing your friend said. Spicy food, walks, fun with your husband, those kinds of things. I hate to say this, but I don't think those things work unless your baby is ready to come! We tried EVERYTHING short of castor oil with Alix since she was a week late but you never know, something might happen :)
    p.s. I love your blog, it is cute!

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