Tag: labor induction
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Understanding Cervidil for Labor Induction: What You Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast If your labor needs to be induced, Cervidil might be a helpful option to soften your cervix. Here’s a comprehensive overview of this medication and what you can expect if it’s recommended for you. What is Cervidil? Cervidil is the brand name for dinoprostone, which can be delivered in various forms, such…
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Dear Expectant Mom Eager to Induce Labor, Here’s What I Want to Share
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on the little one growing inside you! I hear you’re feeling a bit weary of the pregnancy journey and are looking for ways to bring on labor. You’ve probably been searching for tips on “how to start contractions” and stumbled upon suggestions like eating pineapple, doing jumping jacks, or trying spicy…
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Overdue Mom-to-Be Tries Wakesurfing to Induce Labor
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re staring down the barrel of 40 weeks of pregnancy without any sign of labor, desperation can set in. I know this all too well, having carried both of my pregnancies to a full 42 weeks. I tried it all—acupuncture, spicy foods, you name it. But nothing compared to the adventurous…
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Women Swear This Enigmatic Salad Induces Labor
Get Pregnant Fast When a pregnancy stretches beyond the due date, many expectant mothers are willing to explore unconventional methods to encourage labor. From castor oil to pineapple, the options can be quite peculiar. However, one dish at Caioti’s Pizza Cafe in Studio City, California, has garnered a reputation: “The Salad.” Women flock to this…
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What to Expect When Induced: Is Labor Induction Right for You?
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, friends! Let’s talk about labor induction and what it means for you and your baby. Sometimes, your healthcare provider might suggest inducing labor, which means they’ll use certain methods to start contractions, especially if you’re overdue or facing health risks. What Does Inducing Labor Mean? Inducing labor is when your…
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The Misconceptions Surrounding Labor Induction
Get Pregnant Fast For the past few weeks, I’ve been faced with a question that seems to linger in the air around me: “When are you having that baby?” Well, I finally have an answer—“In four days!” That’s right, my induction date is set, and it’s the only thing keeping me from retreating to a…
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I Tried 7 Methods to Induce Labor… And I’m Still Pregnant
Get Pregnant Fast Oh boy, where do I even begin? It seems like the universe has a twisted sense of humor because here I am, still very much pregnant. Every morning, I wake up with the hopeful mantra that TODAY is the day I’ll finally meet my little one. Yet, by evening, I find myself…
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Can Castor Oil Help Start Labor?
Get Pregnant Fast As your due date approaches—or even passes—you may be eager to try anything to nudge labor along. One popular home remedy that might have crossed your mind is castor oil. However, before you consider this notoriously unpleasant option, it’s essential to understand its potential effects. What Is Castor Oil? For centuries, women…