I'm done. The spinny sidebar guy may not agree, but I am officially done with this whole pregnant thing. Any ideas on coaxing a reluctant boy to vacate the only home he's ever known would be appreciated.
My only requests, no castor oil...ugh. Been there done that. It works, but it feels like being on the brink of death first. And while I understand that what "gets them in, gets them out", the Computer Guy is less than willing. I believe he once described it as "Attempting to scale Mount Everest naked."
I think I'll just leave you with that lovely mental image. It's a gift from me to you. You're welcome.
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I hear walking does the trick--like going for a walk around the mall. Good luck dear!
Be creative, is all I'm sayin. Tell him to lie back and think of England, while you, uh, get busy.
Too funny! Thanks for the chuckle! And I hope you will get to see his precious face soon!
Judging from the various warnings?
How about licorice tea, chamomile tea, rosehip tea, or raspberry tea?
Shoot, most any herbal tea that isn't straight mint?
They're all supposed to help induce labor, enough to warn early pregnancy folks away from 'em.....
Uh, I hate to be the one to tell you, but the baby will come when he or she is darn good and ready. Please don't shoot the messenger. You are in my prayers. Should I be praying for the safety of your family as well? Grins and Hugs
Well, you've already nixed my advice (and it wasn't the castor oil!, lol).
But I'll advocate it anyway. "Close your eyes and think of England, dear"...
LOL
Two of mine have been late (#1 and #3--#1 was pried out with a crowbar, a tow truck, and the jaws of life, #3, well, my advice worked that time), and two (#2 and #s4/5--#2 popped out on her own in record time, and the twins--well, yk all about that).
Mexican food? Wait. Heartburn Some people swear Eggplant parmigiana will do it.
But really? Only time, dear heart. Sorry. Unless you want to lug yourself and your co-pilot down here and chase my cattle around the front pasture--that might work.
;-)
I'd make some joke about how my mom and dad have found that a heavy feeding in the evening makes the cows more likely to calve in the morning, but the humor might not go over well...
I've already horrified my obgyn by comparing things to my family's beef cattle a few too many times!
Eat some licorice, and have someone rub your feet.
The licorice did it for me with #2 (contractions - I ate red but I hear black works better) and the acupressure from pedicures/massage is supposed to trigger contractions, too.
God bless!
number 7 was engaged from 37 weeks and I tried everything. Nothing works. It is all coincidence I am convinced since him.
He was pretty stubborn. We ended up with an induction at 10 days post dates.
Horseback riding?
Make plans. Plans you are really REALLY looking forward to. Plan to do something you wouldn't miss for the world.
That should do the trick.
Then, on your way, make sure to drive over lots and lots of railroad tracks.
And jumping jacks, don't forget the jumping jacks...
If you can swing the time away - prenatal massage. There are pressure points in the body the masseuse can manipulate - which can help start labor.
Prayers for you.
You nixed most of my ideas, but I have one more--nipple stimulation.
Love, Suzanne
I had a root canal to get my labor started. I don't recommend it, though. I suggest you just rest, sleep, and enjoy the quiet. To quote Mr. Incredible, "We'll get there when we get there!"
Two words: Membrane stripping. Of course, you need a medical practitioner for that one.
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