On average, a woman's pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks. If 41, and then 42 weeks pass, the expectant mother may start to worry, because the overriding of the fetus is sometimes fraught with difficulties during childbirth. In this case, with the permission of the doctor, you can try to induce labor with safe methods at home.
Instructions
Step 1
Have sex. This is the easiest, safest and most enjoyable way to induce labor at home. The ideal option would be classic intercourse, since sperm contains a hormone that helps to accelerate the onset of labor. However, simple stimulation of the genitals will also work. The fact is that an orgasm leads to a contraction of the uterus and can cause contractions. Remember that this method is only suitable if the woman does not have a medical prohibition on having sex in the third trimester and there are no difficulties with bearing a fetus either.
Step 2
Try to cleanse your intestines. This procedure stimulates the development of contractions. Both an enema and a laxative are suitable, but only if the drug is mild and is used with the permission of a doctor. You can try using castor oil and light herbal infusions and decoctions to help cleanse the intestines.
Step 3
Use nipple stimulation. This process leads to the release of oxytocin and the accelerated development of labor. If a woman is not advised to abstain from sex, she can combine this method with sex. If the doctor advised to give up lovemaking for a while, simple breast stimulation would be enough. This can be done by both the woman herself and her partner.
Step 4
Massage your perineum lightly using evening primrose essential oil. You can also take orally capsules with this remedy. The advantage of this option is that it contributes not only to the development of labor, but also to soften and expand the cervix, and therefore to reduce the discomfort during childbirth. Most likely, a one-time procedure will not be enough, but if you repeat it for several days in a row, the result will not be long in coming.
Step 5
Drink special drinks that can stimulate labor. We are talking about a decoction of raspberry leaves, fruit drink with raspberry jam or jam, beetroot and currant juice. You can also try drinking freshly squeezed orange juice with a little castor oil. However, remember that these products may not work well. In addition, you will likely have to try several of them before you find the drink that works for you. Nevertheless, it is possible and sometimes necessary to use such tools as an addition to other methods.
