Log In | Sign Up Now | Help & Support
Need Advice? Ask Your Question

Questions & Answers

Category: Labour & Delivery

Asked by Mummy-1

Q: Do membrane sweeps work?

I am 38 weeks pregnant and my midwife wanted to do a membrane we sweep (stretch and sweep) on me today. She said I am not effaced or dilated so I am wondering if it will help and if not was there was any point in it? Any answers would be welcome. Thanks

This question was asked May. 27, 2014 7:40pm
Category: Labour & Delivery

Answer This Question

Answers (2)

Answered by Mrs.Mom - May. 28, 2014 1:45pm
You're only 38 weeks. I wouldn't bother intervening until you are at least 40 weeks.

202 out of 418 found this answer helpful
Was this answer helpful?  YesNo

Answered by Luckymommyto5 - May. 28, 2014 4:02am
It'd work better if you're at least 2cm dilated and somewhat effaced. Try using a yoga ball and lots of walking. If say sex but that was definitely my least favorite thing to do.

211 out of 423 found this answer helpful
Was this answer helpful?  YesNo

Answer This Question

You are not logged in.
Log in or Register to post an answer to this question.

Other Questions in Labour & Delivery