Inducing Labor


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	Inducing Labor Approximately 40% of labors are induced. Learn different methods of inducing labor. Medical Inductions of Labor Risks and Benefits of Induction Understand the common reasons for labor induction as well as reasons to avoid inductions. Risks and Benefits of Labor Induction outlines information both on the value and potential risks of inducing labor. Methods of Medical Induction Methods of medical inductions reviews techniques commonly used in the hospital for induction of labor. These include: Cervical Ripening Membrane Sweeping Amniotomy Pitocin Pitocin Induction More thorough discussion of induction with pitocin, including information on bishop score as an assessment for cervical readiness. Non-Medical and Natural Methods of Labor Disclaimer: Remember that if a medical induction of labor has risks, a non-medical induction carries those risks as well as potentially others. Advantages and disadvantages of commonly used methods are listed below. Natural Labor Induction Compare natural labor induction techniques and self-induction methods. The most common natural labor techniques include: Sexual activity Physical Activity Massage Accupressure Shiatsu is the stimulation of pressure points to increase contractions in labor. SP6 and LI4 are described for labor stimulation. Essential Oils Aromatherapy is the application of essential oils which can be considered either a natural induction method or self-induction method. Common oils used in labor, safety considerations, and methods of use are discussed. Herbal Induction Various herbs from plants are used for herbal inductions. Safety of herbs in pregnancy, common herbs used in labor inductions, and safety issues are explored. Castor Oil Induction This topic will keep you running! The use of castor oil and other laxatives is presented, as well as safety concerns, methods of use, and effectiveness. Prostaglandins The use of naturally occuring prostaglandins is explained, including the use of evening primrose oil. DOWNLOAD: Techniques to Enhance Contractions Click the picture to the left to download the Techniques to Enhance Labor Contractions brochure. It provides researached information on numerous methods used to induce labor and/or stimulate more effective contractions once labor has started. Information At A Glance The information on this brochure is in outline form. While it is not comprehensive, it does give a quick and easy reference for commonly used techniques. Information identifies: Methods which can be used for induction or just for augmentation Risks identified by research Simple explanations as to why or how they are used Identifies methods requiring medical license to use Techniques Used to Enhance Labor The techniques listed in this download include: Positions with Open Pelvis Positions using gravity Physical movement and activity Laxatives Dilators Prostaglandin agents Herbs Essential Oils Oxytocin Aquatherapy Massage Disruption of Membranes Shiatsu Abdominal Lifting Vocal Toning Focusing and Tuning In
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