39 weeks today, Castor Oil tonight.

[m3mommy]

And I don't see the difference in me posting the effectiveness of castor oil, and someone else posting the effectiveness of RLT, EPO, etc. None of these things are proven safe.
I will continue to update with my story.
Those who are interested, read away.

 

[daisy_]

Im interested so update away!! I know a few people who have done the good ole caster oil and everything went perfect for them with a beautiful baby at the end! Alot of people mostly only post about the bad stuff rather the good! Its like any review site! xxx

 

[JessPape]

Okay women, take the hormons down a notch, if this is something you wouldn't try it than don't. This poster has clearly spoken to her mw/gp about it. So its her choice, she knows the risks, she researched it.

I may take the plung, but not until we are 39/40 weeks, and if i'm showing signs of being ready for baby. Which I think you are.

Good luck, and remember to drink a TON of water!

 

[m3mommy]

Thanks ladies!

I definitely didn't want this to turn into Battle Royale. :/

And yes, I have been drinking water all day in preparation and will continue to do so until I get to the hospital. I'm a little nervous but very much ready to hold my little baby!

 

[littlemamana]

If you don't want the input of others on this subject then don't post about it. Personally, I think it is not a smart choice that you are making. In fact, I think it's downright selfish... just like women who drink and smoke through pregnancy. You are making a choice for yourself and your comfort and not with your baby's best interest in mind... and I will never understand that.

With that said, I wish you the best of luck and I hope that your baby comes out healthy.

 

[JessPape]

If you don't want the input of others on this subject then don't post about it. Personally, I think it is not a smart choice that you are making. In fact, I think it's downright selfish... just like women who drink and smoke through pregnancy. You are making a choice for yourself and your comfort and not with your baby's best interest in mind... and I will never understand that.

With that said, I wish you the best of luck and I hope that your baby comes out healthy.

Seriously? are you trying to stir the pot? Lots of people post stuff on here that other people don't care about. No point in jumping down someones throat for it. We all make choices other people don't agree with. Lets be mature adults. She clearly shown her research and is doing it with her MW consent, so there is NOTHING wrong with what she is doing, nor, is it stupid. There are lots of MW's, Doctors who will say its okay, given where you are in labor, and other things.

Yes there is bad studies, but guess what, there is bad studies on epidurals, c-sections, and everything else. we all still do them.

 

[m3mommy]

Drinking and smoking have proven detrimental effects on an unborn fetus. Castor Oil does not. My doctor recommended this.

You know nothing about my comfort level or the reasoning behind my choosing to do this. Many people are also against induction before 40 weeks. I was induced at 38+5 with my first. Had I not been, she would've died within the week. And she showed NO signs of fetal distress whatsoever. It was simply an elective induction.

A little respect can go a long way, you know. I would never bash your decisions concerning your child.

 

[notmommyyet]

people have been taking castrol oil for decades!!! No need to judge ladies!! theres nothing wrong with the OP doing this and as for people saying she encouraging.....she never once encouraged. Asking if somebody else wanted to is not forcing anybody. GL and keep us updated!

 

[Mamaof5soon]

As I said before, I am not looking for criticism. I will take the advice of my doctor before some random person on the internet. He says it's fine, so as far as I am concerned, it is fine. My body is perfectly ready for labor. Why do it? Because I want to. I'm not here to criticize you for your decisions, and I don't appreciate being criticized for mine. The only people I have to answer to are my husband and my doctor. And they are both with me on this. So thanks, but no thanks.

My midwife actually submitted many cases, for studies done on castor oil with pregnant women, done over a seven year span. The results no increased risk for baby and this was an international study as well.

 

[Gitlost80]

I took castor oil with my second and went into labor about 45 minutes later. Neither me or my son lost our bowels,lol. So bottoms up to you
One would think that rude comments that are hurtful and emotionally upsetting might stress a mother/unborn baby out more than castor oil? Opinions are like assholes, everyone's got one,lol.

 

[PegLeg2na]

I don't think I'll take it (however I'll reassess the situation if I get to 42 weeks ) but I'm curious about your experience! I hope it works for you with minimal "side affects"

 

[miracles11]

People are so rude and always need to voice their opinions. My hospital handed me pamphlets during my tour and under natural ways for induction it lists castor oil. I doubt hospitals will also recommend something for induction if it was that horrible.

 

[arj]

It didnt work for me at 39 and 40 weeks with my 1st pregnancy as I was 0cms!
But I was 2-3 cms at 39+5 with my second and took 4 Tablespoons twice *(an hour apart) and it worked a real treat! I'd 100% recommend it! I got diareah and was totally cleaned out before labor started too so didnt poo in labor! Bonus
You could also try the pressing the webby bit in the middle of your thumb/index finger cos that helps to dilate Also jumping round or jogging is good to get babies head down.. Good luck and I hope it works for you!! Updates remember!

 

[MegnJoe]

Update us on how it goes! I'm curious about it myself! U said u and hubby r trying it..together? Lol what a trooper he is. Hope it works how you want. Good luck!

 

[swood9]

Have no opinion but stalking this thread. Good luck!

 

[m3mommy]

Thanks for all the positive support!!!!

No hubby is not taking it. LOL I just would never make a decision like that on my own. But he's definitely ready for his baby girl!

I've decided to take it a little earlier. I just have to finish a powerpoint presentation for school and then I'm downing it!

 

[swood9]

Thanks for all the positive support!!!!

No hubby is not taking it. LOL I just would never make a decision like that on my own. But he's definitely ready for his baby girl!

I've decided to take it a little earlier. I just have to finish a powerpoint presentation for school and then I'm downing it!

How much are you taking?

 

[m3mommy]

I will mix 3 tablespoons in a glass of orange juice.

 

[arj]

Just once?

 

[m3mommy]

Yeah. If it doesn't produce any effect within a few hours, I'll do the same dosage again.