How to Make Someone Go Into Labor
Inducing labor can be challenging. Not all pregnancies are the same, nor will each woman's body react the same way to different methods. It is important to note that the best thing to do is wait it out, or see what the doctor's instructions are. However, these methods are known to be safe and successful when it comes to making someone go into labor.
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Instructions
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Walk the stairway. Getting your body into motion will help get the baby moving, generally downward. Once the baby moves downward and puts pressure on a woman's cervix, contractions should begin shortly thereafter. Stairs are a great exercise because of the lifting of the legs. Be careful, and walk with a partner if possible.
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Eat spicy foods. Doctor's have not stated this as a scientific fact, but many, many women swear by this method. The hot spicy foods release a hormone that can trigger labor contractions.
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Have sexual intercourse. Doctor's claim this to be an extremely safe and effective way to induce labor in women. It is perfectly safe for the baby, and safe for the mother. Having sex releases oxytocin in women. Oxytocin is a hormone that will make the uterus contract.
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Take 2 tbsp. of castor oil. Keep in mind that castor oil is a laxative, and tastes awful. But, if a women is determined enough, castor oil has been used for many years as a way to make someone go into labor. As bowels empty, the stomach will contract, which can trigger labor.
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Partake in some maternity acupressure. This is a trend that has been around for many years as well, but has recently made a comeback in popularity for pregnant women. The acupressure helps the body relax, and the baby descend. Once they baby begins putting pressure on the cervix, labor will begin shortly. Acupressure is also helpful to relieve labor pains.
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Tips & Warnings
Be patient, what works for some pregnant women does not work for everyone.
Don't overdo it, keep the baby's health in mind at all times.
