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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As a first time mom, I’m a little nervous about an induction given that it might be more painful or result in a C-section. But my OB suggested as an option because baby is measuring big (95%, and head size &gt;99%) and also said evidence suggests it may prevent a C-section. I’m already 1 cm dilated as of 36 weeks with a “soft” cervix. Been eating dates and drinking raspberry leaf tea to see if I can go into labor naturally before my induction date. Also considering a membrane sweep at 39 weeks to further things along. Any thoughts or recommendations on this plan..?[/quote]

+1 to membrane sweep. I was induced with my first (and third) and if you are effaced (sounds like that’s starting to happen) and dilated it will be easier. Fwiw I was not either and I had HELLP syndrome and I ended up having a vaginal birth with a first degree tare with my first - and I only pushed twice. It sounds like there is a good chance you will go into labor beforehand though. I had a membrane sweep with my second and went into labor before my induction date. My recommendation would be to try to schedule it as close to 39+1 as possible so your body has a few days to go into labor naturally. I went into labor about 24-30 hours after my membrane sweep, but I think it can sometimes take 48 hours to kick off the process. [/quote]

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