VBA2C Induction?

Ok, last ditch effort here ;-)

Any positive induction stories for VBA2C mumma's out there?

My cervix is closed, I have tried raspberry leaf tea and capsules, dtd, walks, heavy housework, homeopathics, acupuncture, thinking positive and conversely, not thinking at all and switching off from it all ;-)

I mentioned some medical induction methods to the ob and was shot down in flames :-/

Maybe baby and body aren't on the same page yet. I have until Monday, which is the date dh and I have agreed on to be our 'end date', for a few reasons ;-)

My OB offered me the balloon method of induction as it's the least risky for us.

I did refuse though cos my cervix wasn't favorable at 42 weeks, so had another section. I didnt want the kind of pressure and risks that induction brings.

Have you tried EPO yet? That's supposed to help ripen the cervix, rlt won't help at all for that :hug:

It's hard when you have the pressure to go into labour, I really believe that the pressure itself can stop us from going into labour. Have you done acupuncture? Acupressure? Written your fear list? That can be a good release in itself. The night before I went into labour I had a big emotional meltdown about (funnily enough) not going into labour! Then I went for a big walk with DH and just focused on nature - instead of my belly :)

Good luck xxxx

Oh and sorry I haven't replied to fb message yet - haven't been on my laptop and I hate frikkin typing on my iPhone.

Is a stretch & sweep out of the question? (Assuming your cervix lets a finger in)
I reckon lots of sex really helped me have a spontaneous labour this time, as well as the S&S.
I have everything crossed for you Leesa

I think I will give epo a crack actually Mel, it can't hurt, right?

Apparently the stretch and sweep can't even be attempted, no access :-(

Since the last ob appt my mindset is "this baby just won't come out, so don't expect to go into labour", so now I am just carrying on and have stopped analyzing all the niggles and pre labour signs and am just totally (trying) to surrender.

Mel, I feel a bit stronger in this 'possible' c/s I face decision now. Despite being denied by the ob, I wouldn't want to induced should I be 'unfavorable' either. Then I could face the worst case c/s scenario, which for me is being knocked out totally for bubs birth..

Thanks ladies :-)

P.s - Mel, I don't blame you, typing via iPhone gives me the grrr's too!

what about accupunture???

I have had two sessions of acupuncture last week, it didn't work unfortunately

id keep going though!!

I thought i was never going to go into labour with DS, but i had a warm bath with some oils burning and a trashy mag and just switched off i was in there for a good hour then went for a walk to pick up DD. Labour began as soon as i picked her up i think just shutting off and not thinking about anything other than what was in my trashy mag :P really helped clear my head and not stress so much

Have you cleaned all the light fittings in your house? Seems to have done the trick for Epacris! :) Go find some bugs to harrass out of their homes! :rofl:

Ha ha winter!!! I will see what I can find :)

:leap: Under the fridge, under the fridge, don’t forget to clean under the fridge!

Seriously gorgeous, sending you calm, warm labour vibes (with some whatever-will-be-will-be vibes thrown in for good measure). Thinking of you and wishing you all the best. :goodluck: :hug:

It's not safe to give a VBAC'ing woman anything artificial that will strengthen her contractions. That will give you a rupture risk from induction plus the rupture risk from the scar. Hang in there!!!

Hey Leesa,


May I suggest a "pregnancy massage" - I had a massage at about 3 in the afternoon and went into labour in the early hours of the morning and got a VBAC (5 hour labour with minimal intervention)
I swear it worked!!!
:pray:
If it doesnt do anything it is just lovely and relaxing too!!
All the very best Leesa
:hug:

I know our situations are totally different but I remember feeling the same way as I approached and passed the 42-week mark again...:wall:
I really hope that a combination of all your efforts (and bug removal) as well as our collective thoughts and prayers can get things happening for you :pray:

Massage with Clary Sage oil?
DTD?
Do some full wiggly dancing? (Mel can talk you through that one :p )

I'd be taking some evening primrose oil both orally and vaginally. Sorry don't have any VBAC info for you but wishing you all the best!

Hot indian curry night perhaps too?