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I mean they have to shove their fingers up there to check how open your cervix is too. I had to have my cervix checked at every weekly checkup from 35 weeks until 39, bc I gave birth. was your doctor a female? I made sure mine was a female cuz there is absolutely no way I’d be comfortable enough to let a man check my cervix or anything like that. Another thing is - after I gave birth, at my 6 week PP checkup where I got the Mirena birth control put in my cervix. WORST IDEA EVERRR!! They have to stick a RULER in you to measure your cervix before putting it in and omg I thought I was going to die!! It hurt so fricken bad. I’m so glad I had my mommas hand to hold or I would have punched my poor doctor. Lol and the worst part was I could still feel the deep painful pressure in my lower stomach after I had already left from getting it. That feeling stayed for like an hour, or so. I’m suuuuuper scared to get it removed now, I’m not gonna lie.
@@AM_Entertainedgetting mine in was horrific! But when I got it out a year later (complications with it) I was so nervous. It was the EASIEST thing 😂 she told me to cough, I gave a huge cough and she had it out.
@@kayycee4585 YESSS!! Getting it in was sooo terrible. I hated it so much. That sounds so nice though! I hope my removal is easy like that too, Lol. I saw a video of two women showing how to remove them on a dummy. It looked pretty easy and quick! I’m just so scared that they’ll have complications trying to remove mine or something since I’ve had it for almost 3 years now, lol. Just gotta leave my worries with Jesus, and pray extra hard about it all. ♥️
I had it done at 41 1/2 weeks on a Monday and gave birth on Wednesday. I was warned it could be painful and might just cause cramps that don't actually start labour but, the goal was to avoid a hospital induction. I went into labor 14 hours after the membrane sweep which was nice because I was able to labor at home for a while before going to hospital. The membrane sweep wasn't necessarily painful I described it as having somebody stick their finger in the back of your throat and wiggling it. Not comfortable but not exactly painful either more weird. I would have it done again but, I don't understand why people are doing it before 40 weeks? I understand being pregnant sucks but, why rush the baby, they come when they're ready.
I’ll be having mine done at 37 weeks because my son is large 😢 he was almost 6 pounds at 32 weeks and his head was already measuring 40 weeks 😕 I wish he could cook a little longer in there lol but it’s what’s best for not only me but especially for him.
Mines was done due to a health issue. After having the cervical cerclage removed at 38 weeks my obgyn told me by 39 weeks if I haven’t went into labor on my own that I would be induced and I was positive for group b strep and I had to have an i.v. full of antibiotics pumped throughout my labor and delivery as well as taking antibiotics throughout the last trimester. Both of my children were born healthy with no issues before 40 weeks. Sometimes it can’t be delayed 🤷🏽♀️
Used this as a last ditch effort at 41 weeks 6 days to avoid an induction. My doctor did a sweep at 10:30 am and I had my child in my arms a little after 5 pm same day. Needless to say i avoided that induction the next day lol.
I think this comment section highlights the importance of a good medical team that you can trust. For some women in these comments this process was a breeze with minimal discomfort, and for others it felt like the doctor was prodding them with a branding iron. Do you research ladies find the best doctor for you.
This is a good point, but it’s not only the care provider that can affect how it feels. The position of your cervix has a big role in this as well. If your cervix is in a posterior position it will most likely be more uncomfortable than if you have a cervix in the anterior position.
I just had this done today, this is my second child and I personally didn’t find it painful. To me it just felt like a lot of pressure and slightly uncomfortable. I felt very shaky all day after and I was surprised by how much energy it zapper but I didn’t find it insanely unpleasant. It hasn’t sent me into labor as of yet but it got me to 3 cm after being stuck at 1cm for 2 weeks.
The last little statement 'many people do find it painful' is not doing the actual pain level justice. My doctor attempted it but having a red hot poker shoved up there and stirred around in an effort to remove the actual cervix would not have been any more painful. I had to stop him because there was just no moving forward with that level of pain. I have broken bones before, been in a car accident, had surgeries and have never even been close to passing out from pain. This did it. I feel like it was invented by a man who may or may not have hated women. I'm joking, but it was like being assaulted when you're already in a ton of pain. Wow.
I’m so sorry this was your experience. It really varies from person to person. The position of the cervix can lead to greater pain and also the technique of the doctor. Some doctors are gentle while other are not.
Mine was very painful. Both times. But the pain doesn’t last super long. For my current 3rd pregnancy I’m opting to not have it done this time. And see how i progress on my own. Nervous but excited 🎊🤰🏽
Yep, I'm refusing any and all internal checks. In the UK you do not legally have to have them. They have other ways of checking that are much less invasive and painful.
My cousin had this at her 39th week appointment without consent. She told me the doctor basically just walked in didn’t even say a word just walked in put her in position and did it without even saying anything until my cousin was screaming at her to stop.She didn’t even show remorse she just said”Well you did say you didn’t want to be induce.” My sister did say this at her 36 week appointment cause the doctor and nurses scheduled a day for her to be induced when she reached 41 weeks. They scheduled this without my cousin’s consent or even knowing until the 36 week appointment
I'm so sorry that this happened to your cousin. It is not okay. She should not have had this performed without consent. Thank you for sharing her story.
I have a 7 week old and had this done on his due date. It caused me to have two days of bleeding and 18 hours of labour and my waters didnt break fully, the midwife had to break them. I would of liked to go straight to being induced but they insisted i have the stretch and sweep first. I honestly think it would have saved me a lot of stress if they let me skip this procedure 😢
Yeah this was definitely more painful than giving birth. My doctor didn't tell me what she was going to do or why. she just stuck her fingers in me and continued while I was yelling out in pain for her to stop. It happened so suddenly and for no reason. My son was born 30 hours later.
Same thing just happened to my sister today. No warning and only told after she asked what the weird feeling was during a routine cervical check. I’m so sorry you went through this.
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My doctor did this to me without permission. I went in for a normal check up, then he “checked if I was dilated.” It was very painful and I knew he did something cus it shouldn’t hurt. A couple days later I lost my mucus plug and gave birth a week later at 38 weeks!!
My dr just did this to me today at my “40w” cervical check, I’m 39w5d! I was wondering why it was more painful than my last 3 cervical checks, she DIDNT TELL ME until after what she had done! Pretty upset she didn’t inform me of what she was doing or ask for consent to do this procedure 😳😒😭
This happened to me twice! Now I don't allow cervical checks. If I wanted a check I would make it clear to not have a sweep. For a check, I do not understand why a doctor would continue to push their finger up your cervix, if it is still hard, just to see if there is dilation. If I really am curious I can do it myself enough to know if things have softened, how effaced my cervix is, and if there is any dilation.
My doc did this to me once without my consent smh. I was young probably 18. Didnt know what he was even doing it hurt so bad. He told me he wanted me to give birth cause he was going on vacation smh
Same here. I was disgusted when I heard my doctor suggesting this in order for her to go on her summer vacations. I replied negatively and she told me that 39 weeks to 40 wouldn't make a difference. BUT, this is not a medical reason, this is absolutely ridiculous
I just had it done today at 38w3d and it was painful. I think it hurts much more than a cervix check. It’s been 6 hours after the sweep and I haven’t felt anything yet
I had no choice for both of my births. I had to be induced and the worst part was with my firstborn ofc. Overnight he started turning breech 🤦🏽♀️ ATP there’s hardly any room but my son was only 5 pounds six ounces so he had some room. After I was induced my obgyn just so happened to get lucky by turning him back into head first position and when I tell you how significant that pain was you’d thought I was lying 😂😂😂 Nope, I could literally hear the rotation of my son turning. He was super stubborn, he was born with a light scratch on his left cheek cause they had to use forceps. With every push a second later he’ll try to go back inside, not on that day 😂 I was only in labor for 8 hours after induction. No epidural and my first, sheesh what was I thinking 🤔 🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
I had very painful contractions and no dilation 😂 this second time around I did hope to start dilating before contractions because I know my stubborn uterus doesn’t like to open up
I wouldn't call your uterus stubborn! Everyone's body is different and has a different timing for dilation. It can be so frustrating to have contractions without dilation! I hope your next labor is easier!
I had 3 with my first baby and it didnt do anything. Im 39 weeks now with my second, i hope it works this time. I dont remember it being painful but i remember feeling awkward because it felt.... intresting. 😳
Having mine done tomorrow! So tired of my prodromal labor contractions so hopefully this’ll help get things kickstarted!! Edit: it worked! Went into labor two days later! Now baby girl is almost 6 weeks old 🥲
I got this done and it did absolutely nothing but make it feel like i had to pee every 5 seconds literally and then when i notified them they started trying to say i might have a urinary tract infection but i didnt i think the midwife who did it was just rough or did it wrong because it didnt induce labor for me at all and she had a attitude when i asked her to do it
Just had this done today it's not that bad im 39 weeks and my body will just not progress like its supposed to my doctor said if i don't give birth within my 40 week mark they'll induce me
I am wishing you so much luck! Please know that your body is normal for not being in labor by 39 weeks. It is very common not to go into labor until after 40 weeks.
I don't know what my doctor did .... she inserted two fingers and did something painful she said that it's cervical examination and i went home... at night a jelly like discharge came i was panicked and called the hospital... the nurse said that discharge will come for some days and hung up..... i just don't know what's happening i think it's my mucus plug
I am currently 40 weeks and 3 days and I adked my widwife yeaterday if she could do one. After she did it I had contractions all day but then they stopped. I lost my mucus plug but now I am just impatiently waiting on his arrival.
I had this happen with my second born and ended up having an emergency c-section. I was told by my specialist to not allow it to happen again. my body hasn't been the same since. Edit: I was already in labor and dilated 4 cm.
Hi there. So you were already dilated when they did the stretch and sweep?! Why did they continue?! And what happened that resulted in you having an emergency c section?! I've got a stretch and sweep booked tomorrow and hoping I hear from you before that. How far along were you and what made you choose to get one? Thank you. Hope all is well now.
@@birthtoolbox thanks very much for replying! I'm surprised really cuz I've not shown any signs of anything like that so why would they book it?! Haven't had bloody show or anything!
It can really vary depending upon the position of your cervix. If your cervix is posterior (pointed to the back which is typical in pregnancy before labor begins) then it can be quite intense. If the cervix has moved towards the front it can be less painful. More in this video ua-cam.com/video/I5AlkgUvPZY/v-deo.html
I got this done on Wednesday and later that night I had a bloody show. I’ve contracting all day and night yesterday and today. Went to the hospital to see if I was in labor but no signs of dilation and still 2 cm 🥲
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I burst into tears with this and i had to have gas to calm me down. I couldnt help it. I felt so vulnerable and exposed. I hate d it
This is really understandable! It is quite invasive. I am sorry that you had to experience this.
I mean they have to shove their fingers up there to check how open your cervix is too.
I had to have my cervix checked at every weekly checkup from 35 weeks until 39, bc I gave birth.
was your doctor a female? I made sure mine was a female cuz there is absolutely no way I’d be comfortable enough to let a man check my cervix or anything like that.
Another thing is - after I gave birth, at my 6 week PP checkup where I got the Mirena birth control put in my cervix. WORST IDEA EVERRR!!
They have to stick a RULER in you to measure your cervix before putting it in and omg I thought I was going to die!! It hurt so fricken bad. I’m so glad I had my mommas hand to hold or I would have punched my poor doctor. Lol and the worst part was I could still feel the deep painful pressure in my lower stomach after I had already left from getting it. That feeling stayed for like an hour, or so. I’m suuuuuper scared to get it removed now, I’m not gonna lie.
@@AM_Entertainedgetting mine in was horrific! But when I got it out a year later (complications with it) I was so nervous. It was the EASIEST thing 😂 she told me to cough, I gave a huge cough and she had it out.
@@kayycee4585 YESSS!! Getting it in was sooo terrible. I hated it so much. That sounds so nice though! I hope my removal is easy like that too, Lol. I saw a video of two women showing how to remove them on a dummy. It looked pretty easy and quick! I’m just so scared that they’ll have complications trying to remove mine or something since I’ve had it for almost 3 years now, lol. Just gotta leave my worries with Jesus, and pray extra hard about it all. ♥️
@@AM_Entertained you should be lucky that didn‘t cause preterm labour or an infection.
there is no reason why you there need to be cervix checks
I had it done at 41 1/2 weeks on a Monday and gave birth on Wednesday. I was warned it could be painful and might just cause cramps that don't actually start labour but, the goal was to avoid a hospital induction. I went into labor 14 hours after the membrane sweep which was nice because I was able to labor at home for a while before going to hospital. The membrane sweep wasn't necessarily painful I described it as having somebody stick their finger in the back of your throat and wiggling it. Not comfortable but not exactly painful either more weird. I would have it done again but, I don't understand why people are doing it before 40 weeks? I understand being pregnant sucks but, why rush the baby, they come when they're ready.
Thank you for sharing your story! Hearing real stories is so helpful. And congratulations on the birth of your child.
My first baby was c section and my Dr told me it's better to have the baby sooner than after my due date because of the complications with my first.
I’ll be having mine done at 37 weeks because my son is large 😢 he was almost 6 pounds at 32 weeks and his head was already measuring 40 weeks 😕 I wish he could cook a little longer in there lol but it’s what’s best for not only me but especially for him.
Because there is chance of passing meconium of fetus after 40 weeks which causes respiratory distress to baby
Mines was done due to a health issue. After having the cervical cerclage removed at 38 weeks my obgyn told me by 39 weeks if I haven’t went into labor on my own that I would be induced and I was positive for group b strep and I had to have an i.v. full of antibiotics pumped throughout my labor and delivery as well as taking antibiotics throughout the last trimester. Both of my children were born healthy with no issues before 40 weeks. Sometimes it can’t be delayed 🤷🏽♀️
Used this as a last ditch effort at 41 weeks 6 days to avoid an induction. My doctor did a sweep at 10:30 am and I had my child in my arms a little after 5 pm same day. Needless to say i avoided that induction the next day lol.
Wow, that sounds like a success to me!
I think this comment section highlights the importance of a good medical team that you can trust. For some women in these comments this process was a breeze with minimal discomfort, and for others it felt like the doctor was prodding them with a branding iron. Do you research ladies find the best doctor for you.
This is a good point, but it’s not only the care provider that can affect how it feels. The position of your cervix has a big role in this as well. If your cervix is in a posterior position it will most likely be more uncomfortable than if you have a cervix in the anterior position.
@@birthtoolboxI wonder about the African context.
The cervix is also important
@@birthtoolboxhi! I’m getting this done tomorrow how do I know what position my cervix is in
@@mrsbreazy7413 The only way to know is with an exam. If you are not 38 weeks or more it’s likely to be posterior.
I just had this done today, this is my second child and I personally didn’t find it painful. To me it just felt like a lot of pressure and slightly uncomfortable. I felt very shaky all day after and I was surprised by how much energy it zapper but I didn’t find it insanely unpleasant. It hasn’t sent me into labor as of yet but it got me to 3 cm after being stuck at 1cm for 2 weeks.
Wishing you so much luck!!
How long after did you
Give birth in the end?
The last little statement 'many people do find it painful' is not doing the actual pain level justice. My doctor attempted it but having a red hot poker shoved up there and stirred around in an effort to remove the actual cervix would not have been any more painful. I had to stop him because there was just no moving forward with that level of pain. I have broken bones before, been in a car accident, had surgeries and have never even been close to passing out from pain. This did it. I feel like it was invented by a man who may or may not have hated women. I'm joking, but it was like being assaulted when you're already in a ton of pain. Wow.
I’m so sorry this was your experience. It really varies from person to person. The position of the cervix can lead to greater pain and also the technique of the doctor. Some doctors are gentle while other are not.
I've had it done 3 times with zero pain. So everyone is different and her statement was fair..
Everyone is different. I found membrane sweeps mild uncomfortable personally.
@@Blessed_SAHM_Of3 Yes, that is right. A lot of it has to do with the current position of your cervix
I’ve had this down twice and honestly, I didn’t find it painful at all. I guess everyone is different.
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It’s so painful and I wasn’t even asked if she could do that
I'm so sorry. That is not okay.
U can decline anything
@@Nikky10000 that is true but if they don’t ask and just do it how can you decline it?
@@april123462sad that this happen more nowadays when it come to maternity care
Mine was very painful. Both times. But the pain doesn’t last super long. For my current 3rd pregnancy I’m opting to not have it done this time. And see how i progress on my own. Nervous but excited 🎊🤰🏽
Thanks for sharing!! I'm excited for you.
@@birthtoolbox Thank you ! ☺️
I got this done at 37 weeks 6 days. My son was born 28 hours later
Oh wow!
I wish 😭 I had mine done at 38+1 and it’s been 2 days now with no baby
@@Theherbalempressjust had mine done today at 2:30. I’m 38+2 and the cramping has stopped 😭 I don’t think it’s gonna work
Why so damn early. Why aren’t people willing to go to due date .
I have gotten this done with every pregnancy. Always a different result but never really hurt much.
They say every pregnancy is different!
Just curious because I am a mother of five and they all are quite different. Was it the same doctor each time?
Yep, I'm refusing any and all internal checks. In the UK you do not legally have to have them. They have other ways of checking that are much less invasive and painful.
You can refuse these in the US too, but most people don't realize.
My cousin had this at her 39th week appointment without consent. She told me the doctor basically just walked in didn’t even say a word just walked in put her in position and did it without even saying anything until my cousin was screaming at her to stop.She didn’t even show remorse she just said”Well you did say you didn’t want to be induce.” My sister did say this at her 36 week appointment cause the doctor and nurses scheduled a day for her to be induced when she reached 41 weeks. They scheduled this without my cousin’s consent or even knowing until the 36 week appointment
I'm so sorry that this happened to your cousin. It is not okay. She should not have had this performed without consent. Thank you for sharing her story.
I have a 7 week old and had this done on his due date. It caused me to have two days of bleeding and 18 hours of labour and my waters didnt break fully, the midwife had to break them. I would of liked to go straight to being induced but they insisted i have the stretch and sweep first. I honestly think it would have saved me a lot of stress if they let me skip this procedure 😢
I’m so sorry you had this challenging experience!
Why did you choose not to wait until baby comes naturally?
Yeah this was definitely more painful than giving birth. My doctor didn't tell me what she was going to do or why.
she just stuck her fingers in me and continued while I was yelling out in pain for her to stop. It happened so suddenly and for no reason. My son was born 30 hours later.
I’m so sorry that you had this experience.
They are definitely not allowed to perform this procedure without permission…. Were you at least past your due date or have gestational diabetes? 🧐
Same thing just happened to my sister today. No warning and only told after she asked what the weird feeling was during a routine cervical check. I’m so sorry you went through this.
The doctor will always ask for your permission first. Is for you to except it or decline it
I had mine done today and didn't feel a thing. All I felt was a little pressure and it was all done. No pain at all
Had it done at 40 weeks and went into labor 5 hours later. It was kinda of painful l, but worth it! My baby was 9 lbs. 😂😂
Wow, that is an ideal outcome!
I’m having this done tomorrow that’s why I came searching for how it’s done I’m a first time mum and I’m absolutely terrified 😢
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I got it this done today. I'm due tomorrow
Is not painful at all
wishing you all the best!
@@birthtoolbox Thank you 🙏
My baby boy is here
@@ladyb9360CONGRATULATIONS!
@@birthtoolbox thank you
My doctor did this to me without permission. I went in for a normal check up, then he “checked if I was dilated.” It was very painful and I knew he did something cus it shouldn’t hurt. A couple days later I lost my mucus plug and gave birth a week later at 38 weeks!!
I'm so sorry. You should have had informed consent.
My dr just did this to me today at my “40w” cervical check, I’m 39w5d! I was wondering why it was more painful than my last 3 cervical checks, she DIDNT TELL ME until after what she had done! Pretty upset she didn’t inform me of what she was doing or ask for consent to do this procedure 😳😒😭
I’m so sorry. That is really not okay.
This happened to me twice! Now I don't allow cervical checks. If I wanted a check I would make it clear to not have a sweep. For a check, I do not understand why a doctor would continue to push their finger up your cervix, if it is still hard, just to see if there is dilation. If I really am curious I can do it myself enough to know if things have softened, how effaced my cervix is, and if there is any dilation.
@@baldwinadrianeCan you please tell the two stories
38/39 weeks is NOT late in pregnancy!
What do you consider to be late in pregnancy? I didn't say late term, just late in pregnancy.
My doc did this to me once without my consent smh. I was young probably 18. Didnt know what he was even doing it hurt so bad. He told me he wanted me to give birth cause he was going on vacation smh
I am so sorry that you had to experience this procedure without your consent. That wasn't okay. Thank you for sharing.
I would of told him screw your vaca
Same here. I was disgusted when I heard my doctor suggesting this in order for her to go on her summer vacations. I replied negatively and she told me that 39 weeks to 40 wouldn't make a difference. BUT, this is not a medical reason, this is absolutely ridiculous
I just had it done today at 38w3d and it was painful. I think it hurts much more than a cervix check. It’s been 6 hours after the sweep and I haven’t felt anything yet
I’m sorry it was so painful. It often doesn’t start labor, but that can be so frustrating!
I’m 38+3 today and had one done today. It was painful but I started cramping immediately and now I’m spotting I’m hoping baby girl comes soon!!🙏🙏
@@amandat8616 Best of luck to you. My water finally broke six days after the sweep.
I still remember that moment😢 doctor didn't even explain what she gonna do.. i thought it was a regular examination
I am so sorry.
Wtf!!! That is not okay.
Were you at least passed your due date or having complications??
Wow, shame on her! We often think female doctors will be more gentle and communicative, but not always!
I had that and still went to 42 weeks for my first pregnancy it’s not worth it. Do lunges, yoga ball, raspberry leaf tea and other things
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Yep same hurt like hell and did nothing lol 🤨
I have heard from many of my friends that yhis was more painful that actual child birth. What type of mean procedure is this
For some people it is painful. It is not something that has to be done. It is optional.
I feel as though sex may be less painful that directly disrupting the membrane...
I think you are right!
They did it to me without consent or even telling me they would.
I’m so sorry!
same.
I had no choice for both of my births. I had to be induced and the worst part was with my firstborn ofc. Overnight he started turning breech 🤦🏽♀️ ATP there’s hardly any room but my son was only 5 pounds six ounces so he had some room. After I was induced my obgyn just so happened to get lucky by turning him back into head first position and when I tell you how significant that pain was you’d thought I was lying 😂😂😂 Nope, I could literally hear the rotation of my son turning. He was super stubborn, he was born with a light scratch on his left cheek cause they had to use forceps. With every push a second later he’ll try to go back inside, not on that day 😂 I was only in labor for 8 hours after induction. No epidural and my first, sheesh what was I thinking 🤔 🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Membrane sweep is a way of induction not instead of it. And it is also not recommended. Please be cautious and read before you accept one.
It can be an alternative to a medical induction in the hospital and is recommended by some providers. Of course, it is optional.
Can a woman who was diagnosed with group b strep opt for this?
Yes, this is not a concern by most providers.
I had very painful contractions and no dilation 😂 this second time around I did hope to start dilating before contractions because I know my stubborn uterus doesn’t like to open up
I wouldn't call your uterus stubborn! Everyone's body is different and has a different timing for dilation. It can be so frustrating to have contractions without dilation! I hope your next labor is easier!
Painful. But very effective!
Yes, it can be!
I've had it done 3x. It's not painful but extremely uncomfortable
Did it start labor for you any of the three times?
I am getting my sweep done tomorrow and I’ll be 37 weeks and 4 days. Can someone tell me the likelihood of going into labour after this?
That early, I would say the chances are quite unlikely.
I had 3 with my first baby and it didnt do anything. Im 39 weeks now with my second, i hope it works this time. I dont remember it being painful but i remember feeling awkward because it felt.... intresting. 😳
Definitely interesting!
Having mine done tomorrow! So tired of my prodromal labor contractions so hopefully this’ll help get things kickstarted!!
Edit: it worked! Went into labor two days later! Now baby girl is almost 6 weeks old 🥲
Prodromal labor is exhausting. Wishing you so much luck.
I just had mine done after two weeks of prodromal labor. Hopeful it works 😭😭
I got this done and it did absolutely nothing but make it feel like i had to pee every 5 seconds literally and then when i notified them they started trying to say i might have a urinary tract infection but i didnt i think the midwife who did it was just rough or did it wrong because it didnt induce labor for me at all and she had a attitude when i asked her to do it
I'm sorry about your experience.
I wasn't given a choice
I'm sorry. Many times we have choices, but our doctors don't tell us that it is a choice. I really hate that.
Just had this done today it's not that bad im 39 weeks and my body will just not progress like its supposed to my doctor said if i don't give birth within my 40 week mark they'll induce me
I am wishing you so much luck! Please know that your body is normal for not being in labor by 39 weeks. It is very common not to go into labor until after 40 weeks.
Painful when done at 6-7 cm. Nothing went better.
Surprised they would do a strip at that dilation.
I don't know what my doctor did .... she inserted two fingers and did something painful she said that it's cervical examination and i went home... at night a jelly like discharge came i was panicked and called the hospital... the nurse said that discharge will come for some days and hung up..... i just don't know what's happening i think it's my mucus plug
Yes, that sounds like your mucus plug . It can also be streaked with blood (pink, red or brown). The doctor might have stripped your membranes too.
It sounds like your doctor induced you. Was your doctor planning on going somewhere.
I am currently 40 weeks and 3 days and I adked my widwife yeaterday if she could do one. After she did it I had contractions all day but then they stopped. I lost my mucus plug but now I am just impatiently waiting on his arrival.
This is hard, but it is a common occurrence. Hoping full labor starts for you soon.
It is EXTREMELY painful.
Yes, it can be for many people!
Keyword: disrupting
True
i’m 39 weeks and never gotten this
It’s an optional procedure
@@birthtoolboxit SHOULD be
I had this happen with my second born and ended up having an emergency c-section. I was told by my specialist to not allow it to happen again. my body hasn't been the same since.
Edit: I was already in labor and dilated 4 cm.
I’m so sorry. 🥲
Hi there. So you were already dilated when they did the stretch and sweep?! Why did they continue?!
And what happened that resulted in you having an emergency c section?!
I've got a stretch and sweep booked tomorrow and hoping I hear from you before that.
How far along were you and what made you choose to get one? Thank you. Hope all is well now.
@@halloweellahere7602 you have to be a little dilated in order to have this done.
@@birthtoolbox thanks very much for replying! I'm surprised really cuz I've not shown any signs of anything like that so why would they book it?! Haven't had bloody show or anything!
I had the same thing happen! Caused a placental abruption somehow.
Hell to the no! 4 weeks away
Love it! I understand that feeling.
Lmfao I feel ya
Totally!
Anyone knows does this feel just like papsmear?
It can really vary depending upon the position of your cervix. If your cervix is posterior (pointed to the back which is typical in pregnancy before labor begins) then it can be quite intense. If the cervix has moved towards the front it can be less painful. More in this video ua-cam.com/video/I5AlkgUvPZY/v-deo.html
It was not that painful. Done today, waiting to see what happens
Glad it wan't too painful for you. I hope it is successful for you.
Had it done 3 times and I’m still freaking pregnant. 38weeks2days 4.5 cm dilated smh
That can be so frustrating, but it often doesn’t start labor.
Yeah that wouldnt happen with me.
It often doesn't start labor.
I absolutely do not recommend any induction method it put you and your baby at rush and you will get so much pain
Some people have to have an induction due to certain factors
True
Yes, that is your preference
Thks I will refuse it
Absolutely optional
Omg 😳
Yeah. It's intense.
Very sick
You feel sick or the procedure is sick? Or both?
😳😧😱
I got this done on Wednesday and later that night I had a bloody show. I’ve contracting all day and night yesterday and today. Went to the hospital to see if I was in labor but no signs of dilation and still 2 cm 🥲
I hope labor is in your near future!