I’m just looking for some advice please ☺️ I’ve had 3 stretch and sweeps done, my last one I was a 3 but easily stretchable to a 5 the head was still above, I keep getting contractions on and off (painful) but nothing seem to be doing anything, I go for a stretch and sweep again tomorrow, does anyone have any positive stories as I’m exhausted and really over it, Thanks
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Awww I can totally feel the frustration & impatience you’re in! I had a Stretch and sweep with my first when I was overdue, it started labour the next day, but was a 30 hour labour so took a while. I read recently that the protein that triggers labour comes from bubba’s lungs when they are ready to breathe, so from my own experience I don’t think it happens too quickly unless that has happened. Best of luck, even if you have a long labour it’s not long now until you meet your bundle. xx
How far overdue are you? Unfortunately stretch and sweeps aren't always successful as your body needs to be ready to give birth. Maybe discuss with your doctor tomorrow what the next step is in progressing your labour so you at least know what the plan is going forward.
Sorry I'm not much help - I recently went 6 days overdue and know just the emotional and physical toll it takes on you. Try and rest so you have the energy when the time comes x