![]() ![]() The Cochrane review (linked below) states: This separation should release hormones (prostaglandins) which can increase the chances of labour starting within the next 48 hours If possible, they will then move their finger around the cervix and try to sweep the area around the amniotic membranes (your waters at the lower end of the womb)Ĥ. They will then try to insert one finger into your cervix to stretch it to be wider and more open in the hope that this stimulation may be enough to start the softening and ripening of your cervixģ. ![]() The midwife or obstetrician will put gloves on (hopefully sterile), and insert their hand into your vagina (an internal examination)Ģ. Please note that while there are no drugs included, it is definitely a form of intervention. Perhaps you’re unsure if you want to consent to this or decline it – or maybe you didn’t know you had the choice? That’s OK! It can be common to feel some pressure to do this and it’s often presented as a “simple procedure” or a “natural” thing to do… ie, there are no drugs. Hopefully they discussed the process itself, plus the benefits and risks associated with this procedure, and have allowed you time to reflect, consider, research and decide if you’re happy to go ahead with it. It would likely be the first step your Midwife or Obstetrician will offer before suggesting other forms of induction, to help bring on labour and avoid going “overdue”. If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably more than 37 weeks pregnant and your care provider has suggested a Stretch and Sweep. ![]()
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