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Q: Inducing labor using caster oil....

I've been researching Castor oil for the past 20 minutes. There are many cons and many pros. Many success stories, some not so much. I found it has started labor for %58 pf women. I realize there are dangers to taking it and it makes you crap or barf like no other. So no one needs to tell me about how its dangerous, it makes the baby poop, etc etc because I know all that.

I am 38 weeks and according to the ultrasound my baby is 9 pds, 1 oz. so far.My doctor said I'm dilated to one, and my cervix is thinning big time. I'm READY to have this baby! I have found 50 different theories on naturally getting your labor started, and castor oil seems to be a popular/effective way (though not fun one bit).

Please, just share your stories or knowledge of castor oil. Have you used it? Did it work? Did bad things happen? Any good info or experience is greatly appreciated.

This question was asked Jan. 15, 2012 10:18pm
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Answered by a member - Jan. 17, 2012 7:33pm
The baby will be here soon...why put you or the baby at risk? the size of your baby is a guess via. u/s. I wouldnt go by that at all

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Answered by a guest - Jan. 17, 2012 2:59pm
Haven't induced labor with it but was given it as a child by a grandparent and if you don't mind going into labor pooping all over yourself with explosive poop you could try it. It induces labor by causing strong intestinal contractions which will sometimes cause regular contractions.

Some people swear by it but after my experiences as a child I would NEVER use it to induce labor.

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