MEMBRANE SWEEP/MEMBRANE STRIP | Inducing Labor With A Stretch and Sweep | The Induction Series Pt 4

Membrane Sweep / Membrane Strip
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Are you having a baby soon and wondering or being asked about a MEMBRANE SWEEP? If your doctor is talking to you about having a membrane sweep, also called a membrane strip or stretch and sweep, you need to watch this video. When it comes to answering your question, “How is labor induced?”, there are so many ways to do it and you should be confident in your answer to “Should I get induced?”. In this video, you learn about one method for how to induce labor and what questions to ask about induction, specifically when it comes to getting your membranes swept. This way, you are not caught off guard in the final weeks of pregnancy when doctors often start bringing this topic up, especially if you are planning a hospital birth.
Knowing what a membrane sweep is, how and when it is performed, and how it can lead to an induced labor and delivery (but not necessarily always), you will be able to work with your care team to know if an induction labor is the best decision for you using a Membrane Sweep.
If you want more information regarding what to expect from an induction, the many ways for how to get induced, and just general education about what to know about induction make sure you check out the whole Induction Series HERE: • Inducing Labor
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[@dollcar91]

39w + 4d. 2nd baby. Getting this done today, fingers crossed we meet out little girl soon. UPDATE: procedure was done at 2:30pm & within an hour I began feeling cramps in my abdomen. By 3:30 am contractions started & our princess was born at 2:16pm the following day. ❤

[@fox8340]

Did it hurt?

[@ells2954]

Had one yesterday at 40+3 at 4pm it’s now almost 12pm the next day and nothing although the midwife said I was already around 2cm dilated😫 I feel hopeless now

[@dollcar91]

@@ells2954have you tried anything else? The hip rolls on the yoga ball or curb walking?

[@ells2954]

Yeah i haven’t got a yoga ball although id loved to have had one. Curb walks I’ve done a little but not much, could probably do some more. My midwife said about colostrum harvesting..

[@dollcar91]

⁠@@ells2954yes! I did that as well that with my first & second. I’ve read that any nipple stimulation has been shown to be effective.

[@morganandinggomes8485]

Thank you for addressing informed consent! It's something we don't hear enough about, especially in a hospital setting. I was surprised today when my midwife (who practices in a hospital) led with the risks and benefits of a certain intervention - I've never heard a care provider lead with that. Usually it's just a "sell" to try to get you to take the easy way out (for them). All that to say I appreciate you bringing this up.

[@michelleh.7010]

I was offered a "cervical exam" once during my first pregnancy... a few days before my due date. I'm pretty sure my midwife gave me a membrane sweep without my consent. I bled profusely after she took her hand out, and she didn't seem very apologetic about it. I bled for 48 hours. After that I had a premature rupture of membranes, and baby was born 72 hours later. I am refusing any cervical exams for my current pregnancy. Even though my current OBGyn is extremely likeable and ethical, the trust is gone forever. She can stay out of my vag until I'm out of the transition stage of labor.

[@kiwik2951]

Oh my gosh how horrible. I’m so sorry that happened to you!!

[@liubovpiano9573]

Agree. It was so traumatic experience. I cried a lot! I really hoped I can get till 39 weeks. At 38 and 3 days I think it’s early.

[@safoorahaseebali]

In my first pregnancy I was told the centile is very less and was induced at 37 weeks and having a son of 2.5kg if the drs would wait for natural pains my son would come naturally with average weight i guess..at my second pregnancy I had a breech girl for which the dr did internal checkup I wasn't even told or asked about membrane sweep it gave me mild contractions for a while and at the same day i was forced by drs for a c-section..they even asked my family members to convince me for a c-section ..now I'm 39weeks nd 4 days..tomorrow morning my dr will be performing membrane sweep she said..I just want a normal delivery by 1st July because that's my wedding anniversary 😊

[@sevaggh]

Got a sweep at 41 weeks and 4 days, 3 days before the scheduled induction and it worked. (Wasn’t painful at all, I actually asked to do it twice). The next day I delivered naturally very easily 😊

[@kiwik2951]

Thank you. I’m having this done tomorrow and I’m so nervous.

[@LilyMUTINY]

Thank you so much for sharing. I’m 39 weeks and this gave me a lot of comfort hearing your experience

[@Aseel_4139]

@@kiwik2951How was your experience? I’ll do it 5 hours later😭😭

[@kristyleavitt8007]

I’m relieved to hear it wasn’t painful! ❤

[@ogievaesosa3876]

Oh waoo, thanks for sharing, I'm 41 weeks and will be having the membrane sweep done in few days. I hope it all work out as your😊

[@GracefullyGracious]

Thank God I moved to a birthing center. I’m so traumatized with hospitals. Praying for safe delivery this June.

[@hannabfree]

Very helpful to have this explained more than my doctor tries to explain it... lol but it makes me feel a lot better about it for when my baby is ready to come.

[@monimayra16123]

Thank you from one momma to another ❤ did this with my second baby at 39 weeks on a Friday afternoon.. was set for a induction the following Monday. Saturday morning at 9am started with contractions and gave birth at 6pm ❤ this baby I’m 39 weeks and 4 days and I just got the sweep hoping to go in Labor before my set induction Saturday 🤞

[@Mahi0591]

I had this done at 39 weeks and 5 days. I was already 3cm dilated before getting it done. I gave birth a few hours later!

[@veroad3818]

was it super painful?

[@Mahi0591]

@@veroad3818 No :)

[@rudinam2409]

@@veroad3818 it is painful but durable.

[@nyomeyaz1426]

Was it your first baby?

[@Mahi0591]

@@nyomeyaz1426 Yes

[@123peace8]

Thank you Bridget... had this before getting induced next day. I requested for it and yeah Alhamdulillah my water broke same night and labour started.

[@jessicawarner7634]

As a first time mom with symptoms of labor but an impending induction (for no good reason...doctors...), I had a sweep at 9pm, contractions started at midnight and had baby about a day later. I didn't feel anything "painful" or that uncomfortable at all but then again, the doctor commented on the fact that I didn't even flinch and said I must have a high pain tolerance.

[@BeatriceWee]

Thank u Bridget!!! U always just nail the topics that I have in my mind. I always struggle to ask the right questions. Would love to hear more open questions to ask the ob midwife to find out if we need procedures

[@bty3]

Wow that was very informative. Thank you so much on emphasizing on the downsides of it as well as the ups. It was great 👍 😊

[@sarahc1510]

Very good. Informing women not to consider being touched until 40w first time and 41w in subsequent 🙌 You are arming women its fantastic!!! Membrane sweep requires CONSENT It IS also a form of induction!!!

[@Sarshy]

I debated whether getting my membranes stripped (40+2 and have been in early labor for two weeks) and I decided to do it after getting checked today. I am 3cm and 80% effaced so I’m very hopeful the membrane stripping will help. FYI I am very sensitive down there but I told my OB to take it slow and easy and she was so gentle! I have never had a cervical exam I could get through without wincing but because of how slow she went I felt no pain, only the pressure and uncomfortable feeling of someone’s fingers up there. So my two cents, if you’re thinking about getting your membranes stripped but are sensitive to pain down there, ask for a gentle and slow check/stripping. I’m currently cramping and contracting and had a tiny bit of blood come out afterwards, but I’m really hopeful this kick starts labor for me! I definitely wouldn’t recommend stripping earlier than the due date unless necessary.

[@123peace8]

Thank you for your breathing techniques videos and enforcing mind matters over everything and felt so in control as I was breathing through it and doing dhikr( praising Allah subhaan allahi wa bi hamdihi subhaan allahil adheem) in relxations between contractions

[@Malikamajesty]

Alhamdulillah

[@veronicaherrejon7082]

I'm so thankful for my membrane sweep with my second baby at 39 weeks😊 it put me in labor before my scheduled induction date

[@KarlaLopez-zf2fb]

How soon did you go into labor after the membrane sweep?

[@G_Lob814]

Praying this happens to me. 🤞

[@shellymakeup388]

I’m going through the exact same thing. Praying baby comes before my induction date 🤞🏼

[@HoneyGoodnesss]

Praying the same for me! I get my membranes sweeped Thursday! 😩

[@G_Lob814]

39w tomorrow 🤞 my cervix is favorable at this appt because they won't do a sweep unless im dialted some on my own and have only been 1/2cm since 37w 😥 I just want my baby in my arms already! ❤

[@spirituallymommy2646]

I had a membrane sweep with my youngest during a cervical exam. It was a bit uncomfortable but it wasn't excruciating for me. That's different for everyone. This was on a Tuesday around 11am. I had my baby the next day on Wednesday at 827pm. It definitely started my contractions and got me going. I did curb walking after that appointment. It was a great experience for me

[@eringal12368]

done it today I’m 39 weeks & 4 days first time stripping membranes painful experience, right now having contractions I’m 2cm dilated already Hopefully by 31 Halloween my lil guy is here 💙

[@ashleykindheartministries]

That sounds wonderful!!! I’m going to ask for one tomorrow. I’m so ready to have my baby!😄

[@abbyarmstrong6099]

Woah perfect timing! I'm 39w+6 today with baby #2 and have an appointment today with my OB. If I'm dialated enough I'm getting a sweep to hopefully get things going 🙌🏼

[@sierracox928]

Did you end up getting the sweep?! Curious how your labor went! :)

[@serenabaney997]

I had 4 sweeps done and even got a foley bulb at week 41. Labor still took some time and I went into labor at 41 weeks and 4 days. Though it was frustrating my little guy is here!

[@janellebrianna9773]

Long story short , baby comes when baby is ready !!! Lol

[@sheilakruit9298]

perfect timing! i’m 39 weeks and i have an appointment in a couple days where i was gonna ask my doctor about this. love your videos!

[@traceymyers8309]

Bridget. Thank you so much for sharing! I had an appt with my OB last night and they mentioned membrane sweep at 39 weeks. It wasn't exactly presented as an option but because I had seen this video I had an idea of what it was and was able to ask if I had the option of forgoing , which I do :) Thank you!

[@minamckenzie4070]

I'll be 41 weeks tomorrow and at the appointment tomorrow I'll be getting a sweep. I'm nervous, but more ready for this baby to get here, so I'll overcome this for my babe

[@minamckenzie4070]

I do have a very favorable cervix. At 39 weeks I was 60% effaced and about 1cm dilated. At 40 weeks I was 70% effaced and about 3cm dilated. So all nervousness aside, I'm ready.

[@Madimoomo0]

Got my sweep at 38 weeks 5 days. Then worked a 12 hour shift yesterday. And currently having reoccurring, but irregular, contractions at 205am. We will see how it goes! It’s definitely enough to make me not sleep well.

[@IthacaEmpress]

You had to work 12hours at almost 39weeks?! Holy moly!

[@JessicaEhrlich14]

Thank you so much for this information. Very helpful 🙂

[@jassamaynawes7270]

I had one done at 39 weeks and nothing happened, had another at 40 weeks and didn't go into labor until a day before 41 weeks. I also lost my mucus plug at 37 weeks so we all thought I was going to go into labor soon 😅

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

immediately after your sweep, you may notice irregular contractions and some women experience spotting. In addition, if the sweep has worked, you may have a “bloody show” as the mucus plug sealing your womb comes out

[@liubovpiano9573]

I have a bloody clot come out , may be a mucus plug, and a lot of blood !

[@laurenswift9368]

I’ve had 4 sweeps and with 3 of them- I delivered within 24 hours of the sweep. For me, it wasn’t painful at all. Especially compared to labor 😂😂😂 and after 38 weeks, worth a shot even if nothing comes of it in my opinion

[@carmenc4926]

Crossing my fingers this is what happens for me, getting mine done on Tuesday.

[@hannahpfeifer5654]

Very informative. Thank you! 🙌

[@LouisannaBall]

Did you read my mind????? I've been looking this up to ask my OB today at my appointment

[@angelharmon2465]

Thanks for your encouragement that I am made to birth and am caple of what it takes and that I am my best advocate I really needed it

[@nelly_win]

Please make videos about all procedures because YOU ARE THE BEST! I learn so much every time. Thank you greatly for making these videos!

[@CourierSixMojaveExpress]

I'm carrying twins, this is my first pregnancy and I got my sweep at 37 weeks , getting induced at 38. I'm ready. Back is sore and lost my mucus plug. My OB was very encouraging about everything.

[@kiwik2951]

How are you and your babies??

[@emadumea4613]

I will have one tomorrow. I will have 40 weeks and 2 days…cant wait for it and fingers crossed 🤞 this will work ❤. Im at my first pregnancy .😊

[@isabelleacevedo1990]

So helpful!!! Thank you

[@DreadDoll]

I had this done my last pregnancy at 39+5 went into labor immediately after had baby in less than 24 hours. Don’t remember how many centimeters dilated I was

[@eicatadina5344]

My 3rd baby was most traumatic. They had performed this membrane strip and also they did amniotomy both excruciating. I was crying the whole time because i want to experience a “normal” birthd delivery and the beauty of it. But then here they are intervening just to force labor. I feel like i was robbed out of that experience.

[@patienceaobasi79]

Such an informative video thank you!

[@MegsDai]

I’m 4 months pp. I had a membrane sweep at 37 weeks, and whewwwww it was EXTREMELY uncomfortable, I could only tolerate the process for about 5 seconds. It worked though, baby was born 2 days later!

[@meganfinley5168]

I'm getting mine done tomorrow I'll be 39 weeks exactly! And I'm nervous and tips?

[@clo2583]

Why did you get it done early at 37 weeks ?

[@abigailsalgado1200]

I just got it at 37 as well and I’m scared. Why so early?

[@ash.bash.]

My own anecdotal evidence that it works-I had a membrane sweep the morning of 38w4d. I was 1.5-2cm dilated for a couple weeks at that point. After a day of cramping I went into labor that night and had my son in my arms by noon the next day.

[@777loveu]

Do you remember how bad the cramps were? Iv been having bad cramps since he did the sweep yesterday. Kept waking me up through the night

[@ash.bash.]

@@777loveu sorry this response took so long. It wasn’t severe during the day, kind of like period cramps.

[@777loveu]

@@ash.bash. it’s all good! The “cramps” were contractions

[@sarahbigby2552]

Very well explained.

[@Ineedyoubambii]

I found it to be uncomfortable but not painful. I was so scared it was going to be painful but that was not my experience at all. I did have a bit of spotting hours later. I would say everyone is different.

[@giftyosei7923]

Thanks for the information

[@Randombree]

FTM and I was given one at 37+2 without my consent during an exam because I thought my waters could be leaking (they weren't). The midwife told me I was 2-3cm dialated, cervix was soft and that I would probably give birth by the end of the week Andrew she just said 'we're going to preform a sweep' but before I even had time to respond it was already happening. I didn't even know what a stretch and sweep was because I didn't think I would need to know what it was at just 37 weeks since if wouldn't be offered for a few more weeks. It's been a healthy pregnancy and I don't see the point in intervening this soon. It was very traumatic as I was bleeding and cramping for hours after it and was hysterical thinking I was going into labour and just didn't feel ready. This was followed by the loss of my mucus plug/bloody show 2 days later. It's been a week since and I'm just angry at how it all happened and feel upset with my experience.

[@Mariana05167]

Im sooo thankful for this video! I went in for 39 weeks today and my midwife asked if I wanted this done and I said no. Im so glad I did because I would not have been prepared for that and honestly think i would have been traumatized

[@TheSandFLife]

Am 40 weeks today and having the sweep tomorrow, hopefully it will work for me 🙏🏽

[@leashcampos6604]

Did it hurt?

[@LopezJosie]

I was 2 cm dilated and I also didn’t even feel the dr doing this but I’m thankful she did in my first pregnancy, I was 38 weeks 5 days, went into labor the same night. I’ll be asking for it now ❤️ I’m currently 38 weeks 4 days

[@jennvelasco5612]

Was it really painful if you don’t mind me asking I am nervous about getting it done

[@ashleykindheartministries]

I’m asking for one tomorrow!! I’m so ready to have my baby.😄

[@madieakin2320]

@@ashleykindheartministries same...I know it's a few days later but was it uncomfortable or painful?

[@ashleykindheartministries]

@@madieakin2320 My doctor said I didn’t need it. Sure enough, my baby was born this morning!😄

[@madieakin2320]

@@ashleykindheartministries oh wow...well congrats love ❤

[@BabaengLagawan]

I am 39 weeks by Today. I have done my Membrane Sweep with my Ob yesterday. If I am not yet giving birth in 2 days. I already have my schedule for inducing on Monday. Even I already dilated for around 4 to 5 cm.. Thank you for your info. God bless you

[@Review.Central]

I just had this procedure done without my consent yesterday. I did not know why it was done. Now I feel informed and can take a conscious decision. The procedure was indeed very painful. Thanks Bridget.

[@brittanyjohnson2567]

Had it done without my consent today, was more like it as told, now I’m having irregular contractions and back aches , hope this isn’t a slow labor 😂

[@kathyjewlez]

I'm getting mine done at my 37-week application next week!

[@ivyherriges1231]

Getting the sweep at 41 weeks and 6 days! Wish me luck lol :)

[@countdowntovan8663]

I had one done at 38w 4d... it was excruciating. More painful than labour and birth for me. Worth it though as my son was born 27hrs later! He was measuring two weeks ahead.

[@Erinleigh116]

Dang. I wish my labor and delivery were less painfully than a membrane sweep.

[@countdowntovan8663]

@@Erinleigh116 labor was painful (until the epidural), but I would still describe the sweep as excruciating. Due with number 2 the end of this month and will be getting my sweep next week+

[@refinemelikesilver]

I think they’re great to avoid induction/cesarean if that is your goal but i didn’t have a good experience. I asked for one with my second child, I was over 40 weeks and impatient. I also didn’t do my research on them. Anyway I had a slow going 18 hour labor. It wasn’t terrible, but considering I had an 8 hour labor previous and my 3rd and 4th labor we’re around 8 hours as well, the membrane sweep labor was considerably more exhausting. I went unmedicated with all my labors too so a longer labor was definitely not what I wanted. Anyway I wouldn’t do it again but if it was between the sweep and induction for whatever reason then yeh I would take the sweep 🤷‍♀️ just my opinion/experience

[@enasajackson2319]

Thanks for SHARING 🙏👶💕

[@sunnyv5365]

Had mine today it was not as painful as I thought , I'm actually a lot more comfy now not so much pressure now , just breathe through it

[@abbyl4112]

I got this done at 39 weeks and 6 days at 4pm. I was 3 cm dilated and the next morning, at 6:20am my water broke, my daughter was born the same day at 1:40pm. Also, I had been doing the miles circuit and yoga ball exercises and I only pushed once, and baby started going out by her own, it was incredible!! She came out so fast with only 1 push. No tearing.

[@Nehemahm]

This was very informative thank you!

[@rjsfasho]

Thank you beloved

[@mk8829]

I am 1 cm dilated today at my doc appointment this morning at 39 + 1, and she performed a sweep. She said it didn’t work for her first two kids, but for her third kid, she went into labor that night at 41 weeks. My sweep only took 30 seconds. It was uncomfortable, but nothing I couldn’t handle. Hopefully it gets things happening for me!

[@emmakendall6678]

Did it work? My stats are the exact same

[@londonbrand1]

I really wish I’d seen this video a few days ago! Here in the UK sweeps are offered at 38, 40 and 41 weeks (and then a medical induction at 41+5 if you’ve not started labour before then), I decided to decline at 38 weeks but then accepted a sweep at my 40 week appointment a few days ago. HOWEVER the midwife didn’t really explain the procedure (I knew it involved an internal examination), so when they shoved their fingers up there and it turned out my cervix was still hard, it turned out to be pretty painful and a bit shocking 🤦‍♀️ suffice to say I’m a bit more clued up for my 41 week appointment! Informed consent is definitely important!

[@jessicamcelroy7879]

I had this done 2 times toward the end of my pregnancy. I had spotting and once got a migraine, but no increase in dilation, no cramping no labor. Baby came one her due date, amniotic sack intact!

[@ianjaypardilanan8169]

3cm dilated and haven't feel any labor

[@sophiemukhlis9508]

Wow amazing

[@giuliananaranjo4281]

First time mom I'm 40 weeks next week today we talked about membrane sweep if she's not here by my next appointment I'm going to get it as well as set up a date to be induced just in case she doesn't come. My doctor recommended not going past 41 weeks

[@mlpajarilla0712]

i had a membrane sweep because i wasn't progressing. it was painful but was sooo relieved after.the pain became bearable

[@justinajohnson2815]

Can you request for pain relief before or during the membrane sweep?

[@daniellelaymon902]

I am 38 +1 today and just had a sweep done. I was 4 cm 50% effaced. So I'm hoping I'll have this baby soon

[@NatNun]

40weeks today! I’m 1cm dilated and My OB offered a membrane sweep and I was hesitant at first bc I was scared of the pain. But I didn’t want to wait another week and get induced so I did it. Wasn’t as bad as I thought just a little more rough than a cervical check. I Had my first contraction omw home in the car! Now just waiting for baby to come ❤️

[@natashabardsley2727]

Did labor come?!

[@shelbiee-97]

I’m having mine done on Thursday , I’ll be 40 weeks and 3 days! Oh good god I hope it works !

[@shelbiee-97]

Soooooo I never had it done , I ended up having her at 40w2d ! I went into labour at 40weeks and technically 1 day since it was around midnight !

[@KassandraChandler]

With my first, I was half a centimeter, and my OB performed a sweep without my knowledge or concent; it was excruciatingly painful, I screamed and held on to my husband's hand during it, all I could say to her was "What the hell are you trying to do?!" I was 39 weeks, and I bled a lot afterwards, never went into labor and stayed a half centimeter, still needed a medical induction at 40 weeks and 3 days. I'm having baby #2 and mentioned this experience with my new OB and thank God she said she'd never do that to me without my consent. Watching this video I'm shocked that my first OB even tried to do one when I was hardly even dilated! She was extremely rough and I hurt for the rest of the day, it did not bring on contractions, just bleeding and pain 😔 probably won't allow one this time.

[@serinityevangelinewines1516]

I’m now 38 +1 and I’ve had 3 sweeps each 48 hours apart. It’s my 3rd baby I’m getting induced in 6 days and she’s sunny side up. Hoping to make labor go. I’m almost 3 cm

[@triciaabrennan4136]

Girl I was in back to back labour with my baby I had in February. Wooooooooo those contractions in back to back. She was also 9 days late. Due to be induced the Friday morning 830am she decided she was doing this on her own terms and I went into labour Friday 130am and she was out by 4am.

[@2lovelyful]

Had mine done today because I asked for it. 40w 3days. I was 3cm, 60% effaced and she had a hard time finding my cervix because of how soft I was and apologized for being in there awhile. It was not painful at all. This was my 3rd check as a FTM so maybe me being soft helped. I have been doing my perineum massages via my husband and I put coconut oil around the area too. So I've been used to the feeling of someone down there like that lol. A suggestion would be to make two fists and put them under your tail bone so doc can feel it more easily. Maybe my experience is different too because I asked for it. Trying to avoid my induction in 3 days. So far I'm feeling some slight contractions but no pain. Slight blood.

[@ciarawoodard8103]

I've had them at 1 cm with 3 or either 4 babies they didn't hurt me some i bleed just a little some i didn't but the next day I was in labor with my babies Im get one this time they are so good to have and my opinion for me and my body

[@ememalfred1096]

Very educative

[@pixxie3]

Can this be done after the amniotic sac breaks?

[@marshanadahlia]

Perfect timing on this video! I'll be 38 weeks five days tomorrow, and my doctor and I have agreed to a membrane sweep tomorrow at my appointment. I am concerned about the discomfort/pain surrounding the membrane sweep. So we will see. Of course if I'm not dilated at all, nothing can really happen, so there's that. However, I'm so excited to meet this guy....I'm ready for him to come down and out, safely and healthily, into mama and daddy's arms.

[@samantham5107]

I’m 38 weeks 1day and had a sweep done today at 1cm and it wasn’t a good feeling. It hurt but it was quick. I’ll do it again next week if I’m still pregnant. So far, I have cramping but I’ve had that going on for weeks. So we shall see. Good luck 👍🏽

[@karenruiz5373]

Any updates ?

[@samantham5107]

@@karenruiz5373 Hi, my update is I gave birth on 11/8/2020 at 38w6days, I had contractions for the next 4 days after the sweep. It got really intense by the 3rd day but weren’t close enough so I continued laboring at home until the next morning and went in, I was 6cm dilated at 9:45am, had baby at 1:48pm 😅

[@karenruiz5373]

Samantha M Thank you for replying! Congratulations on your little one. I have an appt tomorrow and I’ll get membrane sweep ( currently 38 wks 2 days). Last week I was 2-3cm dilated so hoping this will get things going. If not I’ll get induced Monday.

[@samantham5107]

@@karenruiz5373 I would recommend the sweep. Won’t hurt you but prepare for what’s to come. I was so discouraged for a moment because my contraction would come on and then stop for a day and come back strong at night. I had more contractions at night than anything and it was so different than with my first baby. It was more back pain and butt contractions lol

[@Selbeauty04]

Yes, the whole consent thing. I went in today for them to check my cervix. He then said, “okay going to be more pressure.” Then proceeded to tell me he just stripped my membranes without letting me know in advance. Like you said it just made me feel out of control. I am being induced & he explained after that it’ll help push things a long, but that was painful & I would have loved to know in advance.

[@chloeviolette1510]

Same! Said he was going to check my dilation and then boom.

[@loganthompson5374]

That is NOT informed consent. What the heck! I hate that happened for the both of you

[@clairebillington7097]

This is not legal at all. It would actually be considered assault. You should have been informed if they were going to proceed to go into your cervix and strip the membranes because it is a form of induction.

[@sherbetstraw8605]

You should write a complaint. That’s out of order.

[@NadiaSeesIt]

Awful, I'm so sorry. Please know we all have your back and he shouldn't have done that

[@elizabethirvin9954]

I got a sweep at 40+3. I went right into labor

[@karabailey4919]

39 weeks 2 days got the sweep today :) I am 4cm dialated and 50% effaced, will update if I go into labor! It was uncomfortable but didn't hurt as much as I thought. My obgyn said that he is really low so it wasn't to difficult 😊

[@carolynmcneil1389]

Did they send you home

[@karabailey4919]

Unfortunately my little boy is wanting to stay in there lol 5cm and 70%effaced, he is approximately 9lbs 11oz so my obgyn decided to set my induction date for the 7th. Hopefully he comes out before then but if not at least I just got to wait a day (its set for 4am) 😅

[@nicolamckenzie9912]

I've got mine tomorrow ill be 39 weeks 1 day, was offered 1 yesterday but declined as my spd was so bad 🤣🤣🤦‍♀️ hoping it stays fine for tomorrow dont wanna refuse again lol

[@jasminegleeson4650]

Im 39wks + 4days today ftm and i have an appointment tomorrow. I hope i can get a sweep to progress labour because ive been having intense cramps for days now

[@drownzi]

just got my membrane sweep! i’m 40 weeks and 6 days. let’s hope labor starts soon 🤞🏻

[@shiloh.r4374]

Did it??

[@tasmiyahhoosen8394]

What about when you're pregnant with twins? When would a membrane sweep be considered?

[@krystalcullum8311]

I am currently 39 weeks and 1 day along today and I got told I'm close to 3 cm dilated now and that I had already started to soften some. I'm hoping this helps out. I got told by my baby doctor today that he did a membrane sweep with circular motions. Also that I could schedule to be induced for next week which is the due date on the 6th of September. Either the 6th or 7th that I could be scheduled for. I'm getting more than nervous now. I'm hoping this worked though since I've already dilated almost to 3 cm currently. I had it done today around 12 I am guessing or 11 something this morning. We will see if it worked. I really hope so though. ♥️

[@bethanys711]

Im 40 weeks +4 days and ive got my sweep booked for next week im hoping it helps get the baby out ive got my induction also booked fkr day after my sweep

[@Facefuzzandfancyfree]

My doctor offered one for me at my 39 week appointment. I declined it because I didn’t know anything about it. After going home and doing research I found out about increased chance of membrane rupture. She told me it could start my labor but never mentioned the possible bleeding, irregular contractions, and rupture of membranes. I am really glad I declined it because I went into labor naturally a couple days later without my water breaking. It was just another reminder that those sort of procedures are just routine but not always necessary. You have also do your own research so you can make the best informed decision with your doctor.

[@bowbrat4012]

Very useful comment..Thank you.. appreciate it.

[@autumnbailey5503]

Good job!!!

[@DevynWeckman]

i am 39 weeks + 6 days, i got a membrane sweep done today & i am already 2 1/2 cm dilated. i honestly didn’t really know what it was & he didn’t really explain, we just are trying not to induce me unless absolutely last resort. the membrane sweep actually did not hurt me at all, it was just uncomfortable from pressure. i am noticing i am a bit more aware of my cramps..i will keep this updated to see when i go into labor/if it has worked for me. ❤️

[@lifewithaaliyahaspen1587]

Any update?

[@JoyfulinHope]

My membrane sweep was incredibly painful, I bled and was shaking from pain right after. I was 38w, I am in Canada and that's what the OBGYN recommended. Next time I will wait longer. I was a first time mom.

[@Strawberrymerit]

Imma get one at my 40 week and 4 day appointment if i still dont have my baby by then, im really hoping i do becuz my doctor said they will induce me if i go over 41 weeks T-T im 39 weeks and 2 days right now and still no labor, i hope i go into labor this week already Im in canada as well

[@alexd9438]

40 weeks and 5 days. I had my membrane sweep today, praying it will work. I will check back if it works. I’m scheduled for an induction at 41 weeks.

[@GG-jz3ep]

How did it go?

[@alexd9438]

Mucus plug came out the second day (the day of my induction). It didn’t jump start labor so I had to get induced on 3/24 and I think having the membrane sweep helped my induction. I gave birth to my daughter on 3/25 at 12:27am with no complications.

[@saraisantillan671]

I’m 40 weeks today with my second. I’m 3cm dilated and 50% effaced. It wasn’t painful for me at all- just uncomfortable. I’m trying to avoid an induction so I consented to it; my OB did not do it without asking first.

[@DiDee-qh9tl]

Thanks for the information, today I was informed that my doctors plan to do this at 38 Weeks. I am scared 😔 heard so many horror stories about its pain and discomfort.. 🤦‍♀️ This isn't my first baby but it's the scariest... I'm am not given an option apparently my doctors have decided for me after they listed the risks to my baby if they don't induce... 😔 God is good and will see us through 🙏😇

[@Stephybadass]

I went into labor at 41 w 2 days right after my second sweep , it hurt so bad but very effective!!

[@sarinafavata7760]

I'm 39 weeks with my second and just had one today. It was pretty painful and she had to stop after a minute of doing it because it was so painful so hopefully it works or I'll be induced in 4 days. Fingers crossed. I've been cramping since she did it

[@rosea164]

Updates please

[@maciebrookfield1008]

i asked my ob at 37 weeks and she did it!

[@selenabelloso3757]

thats crazy im pregnant with my third baby and i just found out about this. I am sure now that with my first that was done to me with out knowing bc when i got home from that appointment i started contracting, my water broke that evening and had my daughter the next morning.

[@olyviaiozzi6464]

My doctor asked if I wanted one, I said sure, handled it for about 5 seconds 😂

[@lar3981]

Lol I had mine done today and yeah, handled it for 5 seconds too and ended up grabbing my OBGYNs arm 😅

[@Missangel2yu]

Can u feel when ur body is dilating or is the only way to know by being examined

[@taramccarthymusic9291]

40 weeks - Just got a membrane sweep 2 hours ago. Hoping for the best. If nothing, I’ll be induced next week.

[@cayleemotsepe8531]

@Tara what was the outcome of your membrane sweep? Did you give birth successfully? I am 39 weeks today and due to have my sweep in two days time. Would love to hear your experience 😊🤗

[@KSC_]

40 weeks today and I had my second sweep done yesterday. Unfortunately they told me I was only 1cm dilated on the outside but closed on the inside, even after having the first one done. Since the second yesterday I've been having cramps coming and going in my lower back its so frustrating, no bloody show and haven't lost my mucous plug, but noticed thicker white discharge. I have an induction scheduled at exactly 41 weeks and I'm so scared. I'm praying labour will just start spontaneously, every time I get back cramps I get excited but then they go away after a while. This kid is stubborn like me that's for sure! Hope for a fast delivery 🙏🙏

[@larandabeavers974]

I just got mine at 39 weeks and 4 days. Didn’t hurt at all it wasn’t even really uncomfortable either. He said he could put 2 fingers in and my cervix was very soft

[@countisschandler981]

Just had mine but I’m hoping I go into labor before my induction next week

[@sarahbenz.h4647]

I got a membrane sweep with my first 3 kids at 38 weeks, then had baby a week later at 39 weeks. With my 4th baby I waited to 39 weeks and he went to 40 weeks. Now pregnant with my 5th gonna get a membrane sweep at 38 weeks again baby is measuring big and my Dr. wants to induce this week but I do hope to go into labor on my own so I am just gonna try some of the exercises and a membrane sweep tp try and induce it naturally without meds just because its how it went with my first 4 and it went smoothly eaeh time I worry that too many interventions would cause issues for me and/or baby.

[@FAMILIAALMONTEE]

Im 39 weeks & 3 days! Got the sweep today at 2pm, it was a little uncomfortable but didn’t hurt at all. Still haven’t get contractions, if this works I’ll keep you posted. Wish me luck ❤

[@yileidymartinez218]

Hey any updates, did you gave birth? I just got a membrane sweep today.