INDUCE Your Labor NATURALLY: Uncover THESE TIPS to Help Get You There!

In this video we discuss six of the most popular methods you might want to try if you are hoping to get your labor started! But BREAKING NEWS...there really is NOTHING scientifically proven to start labor....except actual labor! All of the methods we discuss in this video are supported by ANECDOTAL evidence only. Many of them don't have risks associated so try them as you wish (after discussing with your provider as always!) but none of these will be a Hail Mary unfortunately!
We are going to talk about MOVEMENT, EATING DATES, doing the DEED, MEMBRANE SWEEPS, and of course I will talk about CASTOR OIL TO BRING ON LABOR (and what I say about it might just surprise you!)
I promise your baby will eventually come on out to meet you but if for whatever reason you simply can't wait another second give these methods a go and let me know if they worked for you!
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[@lochnessymonster4623]

I’m literally not even pregnant…just really over prepared 😅

[@nejdalej]

Saaammee

[@mamanursetina]

I could not love this more ♥️

[@mamanursetina]

@@nejdalejhaha!

[@emzizthemz]

I knew I wasn’t the only one! Lol!

[@jariagibson653]

I'm not either

[@hannahgodsoe]

I love your videos, they are so informative and I love your voice and Canadian accent. Beautiful and soothing. Also, not pregnant, but we are planning on having a second baby sometime soon!

[@mamanursetina]

Eeeek so exciting! Keep us all posted when the baby dust settles 🎉

[@larabethmiller6022]

Thank you for that intro! I am so shocked at seeing these women trying to induce at 37 and 38 weeks.

[@emzizthemz]

Thanks for educating us about pregnancy related issues! ❤❤❤

[@mamanursetina]

Thanks for the comment ♥️

[@annam.m.2909]

I'm 33 weeks pregnant. I really want to go to term this time however I'm interested in all your topics and information, who knows what I might need. ❤ Thanks and all the love for all the women that are in the process of creating a future generations.

[@ShahzadiDiana-fz7nw]

Hi, thank you so much. I had my first baby all naturally at 40.3 weeks. It was a precipitate labour. I remembered your face while I was in labour 😊

[@Kassieengberg]

I love being called out right at the opening of the video 😅 I’m glad you’re not a fan of castor oil because I like having a reason not to try that one. I’ll be 40 weeks in two days and most likely induced at 41 weeks so having these ideas to possibly get this baby to come naturally is great, thank you!

[@mamanursetina]

Hey happy 40 weeks! How are you doing? Hanging in there??

[@Kassieengberg]

@@mamanursetina he is a happy camper in there. I went to the hospital last night because I was having consistent contractions that were increasing in intensity, but after we got there they slowed down. 😅 I’m only 2 cm dilated as of last night

[@mamanursetina]

@@Kassieengberg Hey...2cm is 2 cm. Remember that what you are doing for dilation here and now doesn't effect how quick or flow it will go! You could blow all the way to 6cm by a few hours from now! (and you could also stay 2cm for the next week...) Try to hang in there ok?

[@Kassieengberg]

@@mamanursetina I just wanna say thank you so much for your videos ! I started being induced on Thursday and ended up needing to have a C-Section Friday morning. But our boy is happy and healthy. Your videos really helped me know what was going on and what the nurses and doctors were talking about . 💝😊

[@mamanursetina]

@@Kassieengberg congratulations!!!

[@kaitlyntoler6679]

Girl, that last comment made me tear up because I am soooo ready to meet baby girl #2. ❤

[@MsErinMT]

Currently 40+1 and ready to meet my baby! Going for my membrane sweep in 3 days and will schedule induction for 41+3. Have been curb walking, eating dates, sexy time, nipple play, all the things! And still waiting…fingers crossed 🤞🤞 Thanks for all your wonderful and educational videos (with no judgement) 🥰

[@vishuvlogs210]

Same condition...how's u now plz suggest dear

[@unrulyash8850]

How did it go?

[@MsErinMT]

@@unrulyash8850 went into labor 12 hours after my membrane sweep. My little baby girl was born at 40+6. 🥰

[@unrulyash8850]

@@MsErinMT awww amazing! Congratulations. I’m 40+2 so I pray my babe will come soon too

[@MsErinMT]

@@unrulyash8850 all the best for you xxx

[@missamanda_]

I’m almost 39 weeks and I’m super hungry all the time. Just wanted to add this fact ! Can’t wait to meet my baby boy 🥰🥰

[@jasmineroberts6034]

For anyone else wondering theres also the miles circuit which is to help get baby in optimal position and a lot of women swear that it started their labor.n

[@brittanymartinez3296]

40+5 in my 4th pregnancy. Cant wait to meet my baby. Edit to add- had my baby the next day. Had a partial membrane sweep at 40+3 and at 40+5 I basically spent all day anytime I sat down I sat down on the yoga ball and did nipple stimulation for an hour using a single breast pump switching sides to very 15 minutes. Went to bed sad there was no sign of labor. Woke up in the morning and started having contractions. Had my baby 4 hours later.

[@hannahm.9881]

I find the eliptical is awesome to replace curb walking if its an option.

[@Shelb13v]

Thanks. Sounds like another reason for me to get one

[@TheLisasilisa]

I started eating dates, drinking raspberry leaf tea and taking evening primrose oil from week 24. By week 37, my cervix was soft as a cloud and had shortened to 2 centimeters. So this method looks pretty reliable. Or I'm just 3rd time pregnant and my body gets ready faster 😅

[@justlilly7653]

Not pregnant or planning to be for years, but I have intense medical phobias and have been terrified of the thought of going to a hospital for birth but want to be safe! After finding your videos and other very sweet L&D nurses I feel WAY more comfortable about going in to a hospital. I have been praying I'll get a kind team, I am a very sensitive person and I'm worried I won't be able to stick up for myself when put in such a vulnerable and scary position.

[@katiehensley290]

It's great you're working to prepare yourself and are getting more comfortable! It's important to know that if you are not vibing with your assigned nurse for whatever reason, you can ask for a different nurse. Just ask to speak to the charge nurse and let them know how you're feeling. You can do this without throwing the nurse under the bus, too. If you just explain you have anxiety and that the nurse did nothing wrong (unless they did do something inappropriate, of course). If u don't feel like u can advocate for yourself, have your support person help, or consider hiring a doula.

[@jessicamerkert6392]

You could try a birth center instead of a hospital. I went there with my first and about to do it again with baby 2.

[@laurenpohi2191]

Im only 25 weeks 😂but trying to absorb all the information i can get. I love your videos❤. What about raspberry leaf tea and primrose oil? Whats the deal with them and when is the earliest you can start taking them?

[@thec6family3601]

Watching this at 35.5 weeks because I have never not been induced at the hospital at 39-40 weeks and want to experience spontaneous labor this go. ❤

[@jessiewang4201]

Love your videos! They are so informative!!

[@mamanursetina]

Thank you for saying that🙂

[@carlybraun8294]

The ending pep talk got me 😭 I am tired. I do want to meet him! Hugs xoxo

[@zisha4889]

For my first baby i had to induced..but once induced, my baby came out so fast..i believe its happened because I'm taking virgin coconut oil once a day from 35weeks pregnancy...

[@clairesuzanne1]

My OB is encouraging induction with me at 39 weeks and I reaaally would like to avoid it, I hate doing any medical procedure unless absolutely necessary. I’m a FTM and know that the average day for us to go into labor is by 40+5 so, at my 40 week appt I’m going to schedule one for when I hit 41 weeks and hope baby comes before then. But I am convinced that going past 41 weeks and close to 42 can increase complications including stillbirth based on what doc told me so I am willing to give up my preference in that case.

[@KaidaTheHealer]

You don't have to be dilated at all for a membrane sweep, it's just super uncomfortable. I wasn't dilated at all and my cervix was still hard when I had my first one but pushing through, it really helped get things moving

[@nmh7499]

I ate 4-5 medjool dates a day starting at 37 weeks. My daughter was born at 37w7d and my active labor only lasted 2.5hrs. 🤯 Who knows if it was the dates but I did enjoy them and still had some left for postpartum. 😊

[@Randomshares1009]

How many dates?

[@aybee588]

Nice tips 👍🏻👍🏻

[@adriennecox8029]

I'm only 31 weeks. But I want to be prepared haha. This is my first pregnancy and I've heard women's bodies don't go into labor as quickly on the first pregnancy. And I would like to go into labor myself without having to be induced at the hospital if possible. 🙂

[@keleeannkitson3528]

I'm going in to take the cervix stitch out and this is my 4th pregnancy.. this pregnancy hasn't been very good and I'm hoping the waters break while my stitch is gone 😅 36 weeks x

[@marcweeks4771]

Due in 3 days but it's my youngest birthday really hoping to miss it❤🎉

[@marcweeks4771]

Still pregnant 😡 was due Jan 21st!! And my 8th baby 😂

[@MaddyErickson]

How are you doing today and with me being 17 and 37 weeks pregnant what would you recommend for me to try and go into labor soon or should I wait until it's time for me to start having contractions?

[@myras2blessed2beestressed32]

How to not induce labor 1) Don't walk! Don't even walk on a curb 2) don't stick your finger in it 3) No sex 4) put tape on nipples to avoid stimulation 😂 4) Avoid dates 5) Avoid laxatives such as castor oil I'm just trying to buy myself as much time as possible 😂 my babies comes at 37 weeks and im just trying to make it to 40 for the first time.😅

[@Spiritwave22]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@craftypenpalmoma]

😅😅

[@Nimra-g4t]

Using desi ghee instead of castor oil will help your body in many other ways.

[@harringt100]

Be careful when curb walking that you maybe choose a lower, gentler, even curb. Trying this out is is how I sprained my ankle during pregnancy. (Fortunately, I wasn't about to go into labor at the time.) The curbs in my neighborhood are not friendly, and I'm admittedly kind of clumsy, but even so...take some warning.

[@katiehensley290]

Oh no, I'm so sorry that happened to you!

[@Bwoood]

This is slightly hilarious only because it's so relatable to me haha

[@jazminebermudez4976]

I’m 40 weeks today is my due date & I had no idea about the castor oil effects that could happen to baby, it makes sense because my first pregnancy I tried the castor oil and that night I went into labor and she had had a bowl movement when my water broke and was in the Nicu after birth due to how much she swallowed. I now wonder if that was because of the castor oil

[@D0N074in6100p]

I hate how in Germany they are batshit crazy about pulling baby out of you very prematurely. It's as if they want permanent medical cases. They pretend babies with 37 weeks are completelt done, there's no benefit in keep waiting etc. which is obviously a lie. When you are 41 week they pretend you are the worst case of medical emergency even with no signs of deteriorating pregnancy, even with quite the opposite they want to cut you open and get baby out, nevermind the damn date could be wrong because of no perfectly timed peroids etc.

[@Martian61]

With my first I was 40+3. I lost my mucus plug, an hour later my water broke, 4 hours later not a single contraction. I went in to see my midwife and tried pumping and then she advised castor oil. I went back home and 💩 my brains out, then immediately started having contractions 😅

[@yanyuet]

Thinking aloud, Will belly dancing work hahaha,all the hip movements

[@mamanursetina]

One could hope❤

[@angelawilliams9059]

I had my membrane sweep but nothing has happened yet and that was last week. And imnat a 2 already

[@CheyenneS-rc1wr]

Just found your video! 38 weeks and 5 days trying to get baby out was 2 cm dilated on my checkup, doc said I can ask for membrane sweep at next appt but scared been bouncing on ball when I can but feet get so swollen thru out the day.

[@ZunairFamily-l3h]

How did your labour go?

[@CheyenneS-rc1wr]

@@ZunairFamily-l3h thank you for asking! It went well I’d say baby was born at 39 weeks and 1 day. Early labor started Tuesday he was born Thursday water broke Thursday at 2:45am and he was born at 10:36am with one small tear for me.

[@Morbid_Freyja27]

Huh 🤔 this was pretty informative 😁👍🏼

[@mamanursetina]

Thank you for the comment ❤

[@TheLisasilisa]

38 and 3 days. Cervix is 1 cm and 2 cm open, baby is really low, so I guess I don't need induction, but watching to send this video in chat if my pregnant friends)))

[@StevensToeBeans]

I didn’t do castor oil but did primrose oil. I walked, had sex a dose of primrose and she was born on her due date.

[@mamanursetina]

Sounds about perfect!

[@MoniqueMyburgh-c2l]

Hi I am 36 week pregnant going to 37 weeks I am scheduled for a c - section on the 16 of September will it be save for the baby If I drink caster olie to bring on labor

[@lizz9478]

You don’t need it for a c section

[@bfam7492]

Lovely video! 🎉

[@HarjotKaur-uf8il]

Castor oil helped my mother when she was pregnant with my brother 😊she caused diarrhea and then her constraction started in midnight and in early morning my brother was born

[@MeggieSD]

I am 37 weeks this coming Monday and baby is already over his projected birth weight from my last appointment. I don’t think I can make it another 2 weeks until my scheduled c section. :(

[@cxy7768]

Hi! I’m 39 weeks and 4 days and my doctor said I have low amniotic fluid and to bed rest. He mentioned inducción next week if it gets lower . I wanted to walk to make baby come. What should I do?

[@mamanursetina]

I’d be curious to know why your doctor put you on bed rest. That’s not usually something that’s done anymore (pelvic rest and bed rest are different things) and if they are concerned enough to put you on bed rest I would wonder why they wouldn’t suggest induction now as you are 39 weeks and 40 days. I cant advise you to go against your providers care recommendations so walking seems to be out. Did they do a membrane sweep? Please pay attention to your baby’s movements over the weekend closely ok and go on and get checked out if you’re at all concerned about any changes in baby’s patterns of movement ♥️

[@cxy7768]

Thank you so much for your reply! It made me worry that he mentioned bed rest and induction. He also said to pay attention to baby movements. He only did a cervical examination and he said baby has dropped and I’m 1 cm dilated. This is my first baby so I’m hoping she comes naturally before inducing!! Thank you for your reply and videos!! I’ll bounce on the ball to dilate more!

[@everydaywinning]

I am 37 weeks and I need this baby out already so I will be trying all this. 39 weeks is too much, i have suffered enough 😂

[@LifewithjazandT]

Same 😂

[@Iamsoul00]

Are you still pregnant? I’m 37 weeks and 2 days. I pray you’ve met your beautiful baby 🎉.

[@everydaywinning]

@@Iamsoul00 I am now 39 weeks 6 days pregnant 😭. I am so tired lol

[@asmamasood9970]

Awww...what about now? 😅

[@everydaywinning]

Nothing worked for me unfortunately, not even being induced. I was 72 hours in labour, only 4cm dilated so I had an emergency c section.

[@madeleinejosefsson7702]

Membrane sweep risks, surely infection risk is worth mentioning? 🤔

[@mespb]

I am 20 weeks pregnant. Just doing research 😅

[@Olivia-nd6mu]

I’m 32 weeks and getting induced at 38 weeks due to health reasons. Watching bc I’m curious 👀

[@katie8802]

41 weeks and I’ve tried all of this since 36 weeks and nothing has helped 😫🥴 HELP!

[@patriciasacilotto7689]

When should I start eating dates? I'm currently 32 weeks

[@mamanursetina]

Chat with your provider. There is pretty small amounts of evidence on dates. We know like I mentioned they are a great punch of calories and nutrients that takes up small space in your tummy but how they actually induce labor the evidence is fleeting. So if you love dates chat with them and go for it but I wouldnt rely solely on dates to get you there!

[@mamanursetina]

And I dont know the answer for sure. I can say you shouldnt be trying to have a baby any earlier than 37 weeks so keep those efforts minimal until at least then :)

[@shelbiee-97]

0 weeks pregnant just preparing for my surrogacy journey ! I was induced at 38 weeks with my last since baby before that came too fast and unexpected at home all alone lol

[@GraceHiniker]

Yeah if you're less than like 3cm dilated it HURTS to get a membrane sweep. I was 2cm on the outside, 1cm on the inside and it felt like one of the worst period cramps I've ever experienced

[@mrsbreazy7413]

Thank you for this

[@quinniewinnie1276]

Im only 26 weeks but I dont want a pisces 😂 Im aiming for Valentines day ❤💙

[@yociciii]

Only 21 weeks but will take all the info I can get lol

[@jessicacamp22]

33 weeks 😅

[@brmp1116]

Haha just over 25 weeks. First baby though.

[@mamanursetina]

Yes hang in there longer ❤❤

[@Leilani3056]

You forgot raspberry leaf tea 😊.

[@thirstyboots6711]

Castor oil, vodka, & orange juice cocktail with baby#3 @ 38 weeks to avoid being induced AGAIN. Had to be induced with babies 1, 2, & 4. It worked? Or perhaps labor would have started anyway?

[@havenstraight29]

vodka?? are you kidding me?

[@bigsky445]

Vodka? This is just a joke right

[@lisafinn1486]

Anybody know if I can eat dates with gestational diabetes?

[@mamanursetina]

Ok did some reading. The concern is they are naturally sweet so that’s elevated fructose and are high carbs, which also can mess with your blood sugar levels. Consensus seems to be in moderation they are ok but best to ask your provider this one!

[@lisafinn1486]

@@mamanursetina ill ask at my appointment tomorrow. Thanks so much 🥰

[@barbarambugua9441]

🥺💗💗

[@SpirituallyZiya]

Im 39 Weeks And My Dr Is Recommending I Get Induced If I Havent Had My Daughter By My Next Appointment Which Is Thursday Only 4 Days Away So Im About To Try All This And Probably Refuse Induction If She Doesnt Come Up With A Better Medical Reason To Induce Me Other Then Im Overweight And They Can Induce Me At 39 Weeks

[@sarahokyere5298]

Same story here but I hope your baby is out now, still waiting till coming Wednesday. My help is from the LORD at this moment🙏 I have to try these tips.

[@SpirituallyZiya]

@@sarahokyere5298 my water broke on my due date and i had her the day after! Praying for a safe and healthy delivery

[@craftypenpalmoma]

I tried allllll the things with my first baby and NOTHING worked! Second baby, i had done alot of walking basically the whole pregnancy..went in labor at 38 weeks.. Third baby, i was sooo ovrr it and decided to try castor oil around noon (at 38 weeks) and was in labor by the end of the night.. Im 34 weeks with number 4 now and just browsing so see if there are any updated tricks since my first in 2009 lol.. everything is still the same tho 😅

[@homesteaderfiftywmartha603]

Use castors oil on the outside!

[@hollywoodba]

How to use it?

[@krishnanegi2769]

After coming here i am so much relaxed than earlier

[@mamanursetina]

This is such a compliment!! Thank you

[@Hanna95000]

39+5

[@tehelilsaiyed602]

Walking

[@Shelb13v]

Anyone else use myrrh?

[@lexieboo36]

Nope Im 37 weeks 😂

[@mamanursetina]

Yes don’t do the is at 37 weeks, smart lady 🩷🩷🩷

[@purplefeather3675]

1st comment 😀😀

[@mamanursetina]

Thanks for being here ❤

[@NataliaIturra-h7o]

Im just on 36 weeks today! My friend had castor oil AT THE HOSPITAL? Can you believe that?😮😮😮😮😮

[@Jessicanicholson_]

Membrane sweep was more painful than birth

[@Bwoood]

This is crazy to hear. I had 3 with my first and barely felt it! I guess everyone is different

[@Jessicanicholson_]

@@Bwoood I think it’s if you get it done too early and the person who does it! I have a very high pain tolerance and had a natural birth and tore.

[@Nika.k.c]

Why to give birth naturally if there is c-section? There might be so much complications, pain and suffering with natural birth 😭😭

[@mamanursetina]

Oh goodness lots of reasons. Csection is a major abdominal surgery that comes with a major recovery and long term effects! A lot of women want a vaginal delivery because they are better able to care for and bond baby immediately following birth. Lots of reasons! Maybe they want lots of other kids and having C-sections for that increases risk of uterine rupture…

[@crnsgk2573]

I agree, inducing labor unnaturally is so unnecessary if baby is not coming out on 41 just start a c section already. I mean almost 40% of induced labors end witj c section anyway so why traumatize mothers unnecessarily. C section is safer for baby amd mother also person can get having c sections for other pregnancies if tjere is less than 3 years apart between babies

[@Monkeybear582]

So why advise women to take Castor oil?