thread: Kick-starting labour??

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  1. #3
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    Jul 2007
    Brisbane
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    the following is a list of things that I have heard can help labour

    castor oil: causes the bowel to clear and spasm which can in turn cause the uterus to contract
    accupuncture: not entirely sure how this one works
    jasmine oil: once again not sure how this one works
    nipple stimulation (or very mild expressing): alters hormone levels ,and can cause the uterus to contract
    Evening Primrose Oil: can be taken 500mg three times daily and can also be inserted which can help to ripen the cervix
    Rasperry Leaf: helps to tone uterus muscle can help labour and spead uterine return after the birth also helps with breastmilk production
    sex: well we have all heard this one although I am sure it was started by a DH somewhere
    spicyfood: same as castor oil
    exercise: gravity and muscle movement

    Thats all I can think of at the moment but if I hear or remember any more I will let you know. I am planning on useing all or a combination after my last DS went 11 days over.

    Sorry Kelly I posted at the same time as you, you can delete my post if you want.
    Last edited by 10longyears; August 19th, 2007 at 07:47 PM. : posted at same time as Kelly