Membrane sweeps! Have you heard of these? You might have heard it called membrane stripping! This is something that’s option that you can discuss with your provider. It’s a way to possibly cause your cervix to be more ready for labor by separating the amniotic sac from the uterine wall. It’s not a guarantee but something you could look into if you want your pregnancy to be a little bit shorter **for informational purposes only** #membranesweep #laboranddelivery #inductionoflabor #pregnancylife #

Did you get a membrane sweep? Did it work? Was it painful?? Membrane sweeps aren’t an absolute sure way to put you into labor so by no means is it a magic carpet. It seems to work for some and not for others. But you need to be aware of the risks before getting a membrane sweep/having your membranes stripped and your provider needs to have your informed consent! **for informational purposes, always talk to your provider** #membranesweep #inductionoflabor #childbirtheducation #pregnancytips #birt

Ok - a cervical exam and membrane sweep often get lumped together - but they’re DIFFERENT things! They can just happen at the same time. → Cervical exams: A provider inserts 1-2 sterile gloved fingers into the birth canal and assesses the cervix for its dilation, effacement, consistency (like how soft it is), and it’s position in your body. They also check for station of the baby (where they are in the pelvis). These are also called sterile vaginal exams (SVEs). → Membrane sweeps: This happens D

Did you have this done? Go to my “induction” highlight for more info! #membranesweep #membranestripping #stretchandsweep #inductionoflabor | Babies After 35

I’ve had 4 babies and have never had a membrane sweep - but it’s not because I’m staunchly opposed or would NEVER do it. It’s because the timing wasn’t right - let me explain ⇣ 📌 Comment 3PPACK and I’ll send you my birth prep tools so can make decisions like this! A membrane sweep happens during a cervical exam. If you are dilated, the provider can put a gloved finger through the cervix and sweep it around between the walls of the uterus and amniotic sac. This might cause some contractions and