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How To Induce Labor Naturally
by admin on Feb.23, 2010, under Womens Interest
Inhale. Exhale. You\’re waiting for that wonderful moment when your beautiful baby is finally born. But, it seems to be taking a while for that day to come. If you\’re baby is past it\’s estimated delivery date and you can\’t wait any longer, you may want know how to induce labor naturally.
Naturally inducing labor is known as the safe alternative to inducing labor medically. Inducing labor naturally does not cause any adverse side effects. Here are the top for ways to induce labor naturally are:
1. Sex
When a woman has sexual intercourse and experiences an orgasm, she releases the hormone Oxytocin. Oxytocin strengthens contractions in the uterus, thus stimulating labor. In addition, semen produces a hormone known as Prostaglandin. When ejaculated into the vagina, semen naturally induces labor by ripening and softening the cervix.
2. Walking
When walking, a woman feels gravity asserting pressure on the cervix. This pressure helps start contractions and prompts the cervix to dilate. This reaction can naturally induce labor.
3. Acupuncture
Acupuncture naturally induces labor by locating the pressure points in a woman\’s body that help produce contractions.
4. Nipple Stimulation
Similar to sex, nipple stimulation can naturally induce labor by causing the woman to produce Oxytocin, which strengthens contractions of the uterus.
Although naturally inducing labor is safe, make sure that you only attempt to induce labor if your baby is not past its estimated delivery date. Inducing labor before you are expected to give birth can lead to complications during delivery such as the need for a Cesarean section or an excessively long labor. After all, trying to induce labor naturally when your body isn\’t ready will usually not work. You cannot induce labor unless your cervix has already begun to dilate.
You have just learned how to induce your labor naturally. Make sure you visit your obstetrician or midwife for consultation before using any of the methods mentioned. Good luck.
