Full term. How can I get labor started? No dislodged mucus plug, no signs that baby wants out :( I'm miserable

I'm so depressed. I cry everyday. I always have headaches.. I have severe heartburn even just drinking water. I'm so big. I can't do my housework b/c my legs and back hurt so bad and my shoes wont fit. I don't think I'd be so depressed if something would start happening like the mucus plug or dilation or contractions.. ANYTHING.

Full term. How can I get labor started? No dislodged mucus plug, no signs that baby wants out :( I'm miserable
my obgyn had me walking when i was 9 months... he had me walking for at least 2 hours a day.. seems extreme, but walking, and sex can help speed up pregnancy.. good luck! =)
Reply:I am presuming this is your first child? As a mother of two, I can sympathize with you in regards to your 9th month and how this last month has you depressed, feeling so not humanely sized, unable to do everyday tasks due to the size of u, and even more so if your due date has come and gone and you and babv are still vieing for space in your body! I'm sure you've already heard the usual............the baby will come when the baby is ready, etc. and from my experience that is only oh so true, usually deciding to come at the least most opportune times. As for your heartburn........I was told during my 9 months of heartburn with my 2nd child, that that meant the baby would have lots of hair, that held very true in my case, and many others I've surveyed since. So when the burn and discomfort of heartburn seems so notfair, try to think of your baby with lots of hair not bald, and your doctor will induce your labor after a bit not allowing you to go forever. Put your aching feet up, forget about the housework, and concentrate on yourself and your soon to be addition, after all, you deserve all the rest and pampering , you are about to do the biggest most important job of your life and only you can finish this job. And may I congratulate you now on a job well done, it is a very rewarding and challenging job, but the daily rewards are worth. all those months of pain, suffering. headaches, heartburn, swollen feet, swollen everything. So be patient just a small bit longer, get into the anticipation of delivering your prescious package, hearing your babies first breath into this world, holding (finally) something you've carried inside for so long, and savor and enjoy every second you can with your child,because they grow up way too fast. Much love, thoughts and prayers to you from a mother of 2 beautiful girls, now ages 24 and 16!
Reply:sex


curry


long brisk walks


i tried everything, but until that baby is ready u aint gonna budge it what ever u do.
Reply:well i did everything with my first walked drank orange use ect. i know i shouldnt have done this but i drank castor oil and that same night i got contractions but i wouldnt recommend it because it took me 3 days to dialate because it was time and i only dialited 2 so they did a c section why didnt it work cuz my body was to small for the baby to come out so it might work for you if it dont work you might get diarea
Reply:the baby will come when s/he wants to you can try all the ways of natural induction you want but in the end if the baby is not ready, its not coming. Trust me on this!
Reply:Depending on how close you are to your due date, you doctor may be willing to induce labor. Check with them and see. They can strip your membranes or induce with medications. Other things that may or may not work are sex, going for walks, or spicy food. I would avoid trying things that involve medications without doctor approval.
Reply:Castor Oil,....it's an over the counter laxative. It doesn't harm the baby or you. I have used it and know friends that have used it to induce themselves, and we all have not had any problems and this is coming from someone who is pregnant with her 5 child. Hope this helps. Just mix it with something to drink that has flavor.
Reply:aww u poor girl i was the same i tried absoultly everything to get him out like sex , eating curry etc nothing work .... my waters broke and then i lost my mucus plug afterwards. dont worry hun your time will come soon :)
Reply:Talk to your doctor. He can induce labor or treat your symptoms if labor is not advised. You're risking your baby's health and may even risk your own otherwise.



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