39 weeks

Hi ladies, just looking for some guidance. So I have a mid wife/ hospital appointment tomorrow for a check up. Would I be able to ask for a stretch and sweep to help things along? I just want to know if it’s even worth an ask?

Many Thanks 😊

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Definitely! I asked for one at my 36+5 weeks and got the appointment for stretch and sweep when I'm 38 weeks. So you being 39 weeks should get it for sure. 😊

amazing thank you ! Xx

Just be aware that this differs between trusts, don't want to get your hopes up as some trusts won't do a sweep until at least 40 weeks unless there is a legitimate medical need to do one! Also worth noting, a sweep will only work if you're pretty much about to go into labour so please don't get disheartened if it doesn't work as most bodies and babies won't be ready at 39 weeks. Fingers crossed for you though, it is so uncomfortable in this heat 🤞

thank you for the advice! I’ve tried contracting mid wife but she’s not been very good with contact 😯 so I’m kind of left guessing so what you have said really helps! Thank you x

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