That thought has crossed my mind - what if things haven't started moving down there? Will I be disappointed? Hmmm. I guess I can always think about it over the next week and not do it if I change my mind.

I see your points on the 'sterile' environment but I don't honestly think it's any difference to DTD during pregnancy. At least the OB would be gloved and using some sort of antibacterial gel before entering unlike my DH who I definitley don't make 'scrub-in' before DTD.

My OB isn't keen to get labour started, he's more than happy to see how I progress on my own, so he's not doing a stretch and sweep so other than those factors, is it just a case of 'what's the point'?