To sweep or not to sweep

I’m 40 weeks and 1 day today and the consultant has booked me an appointment for a sweep (and then an induction on Monday), I’m soooo unconvinced about having a sweep, anyone any thoughts based on experience?

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With my first I had a sweep and went into active labour before I was due to be induced. My second arrived on his own on his due date.

Have heard of people having to have multiple sweeps though.

I know so many women who have had sweeps and it’s always been 50/50 with some going into labour straight away and sweeps not making a difference for others. My friend went into labour 2 days after her second sweep but the first one didn’t do anything so I think it completely depends on the individual. I wonder if there are any statistics/research out there to suggest how many people go into labour after a sweep? X

I had a sweep with my two and they both came within 24 hours.. they hurt if you're only 1cm dilated though 🥹 but they offer gas and air for the pain if needed. 🥰

@Lauren the midwife told me it is 20% first time effective x

I've had two sweeps now and couldn't have them done as I wasn't dilated enough both times, was really hoping for them to work as I'm booked for an induction on the 10th which I'd rather not have but it's that or a c section to get little man out. He's just too comfy 😅

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Anyone else felt like this?

Hi, I’m 4 months postpartum, little one sleeps through the night and is formula fed, the last week I’ve felt extremely tired and very hungry! Just wondered if anyone else has felt this way/experienced this?

Hey what are your current symptoms?

I’m 37+5

I’m pretty mobile still but anything over a hour or 2 and I’m in discomfort

Getting up from a sitting position is hard

Some of baby’s movements now are bordering on painful especially around my crotch/pelvis

I’m exhausted very easily and nap every single day

Can basically only breathe out my mouth now and I’m snoring and dribbling 😂

Standing in one leg is very painful 😂

Some waves of pain/ tightening but I regular and mild

Low period type aches

And I feel like a fire breathing dragon with this acid reflux

My nose is growing 😂

My fingers swell slightly and go numbs in my sleep so that and constant toilet breaks keep me up ( checked swelling with MW and consultant and all normal, not a worry)

I also do not want to be social in person like I’d rather everyone just be my penpal atm lol

What are your symptoms?

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Has anyone had a planned c section and been home the same day?

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