Many women are offered a ‘stretch and sweep’ in late pregnancy. But what is this, why and how is it done, does it work and can you say no?
What is a stretch and sweep?
Tag: post-term
Induction of labour at or before 42 weeks of pregnancy: new evidence
Sara Wickham looks at Danish research which compared induction of labout at 42 weeks with induction of labour at 41+3 weeks, with interesting results.
Fixed point due dates and wider windows (part 1)…
If Doctor Who turned up in front of you right now and offered you the chance to go elsewhere in time to change, remove or amend one tenet of modern maternity care, what would you choose? Even though I understand…
More evidence on why women are dissatisfied after induction of labour
Sara Wickham writes about research looking at why some women dislike induction of labour. Delays and a lack of information are key issues.
The myth of the aging placenta
Sara Wickham recommends a resource discussing the myth of the aging placenta and adds her own thoughts to the discussion.
How do women feel about induction of labour for post-term pregnancy?
What are women’s feelings about induction of labour for post-term pregnancy? Sara Wickham looks at research which asked this very question.
Routine early induction in healthy women not supported by evidence
Research looking at the effects of early induction of labour shows this is associated with few beneficial outcomes and several adverse outcomes.
Review shows that “evidence is lacking” to induce labour before 42 weeks of pregnancy
A review of trials comparing induction of labour with expectant management says evidence is lacking for the recommendation to induce labour at 41 weeks.
Ten things I wish every woman knew about induction of labour: the article
The most important things you need to know before deciding whether or not to have an induction of labour. There are pros and cons and no ‘right’ way.
Inducing Labour: making informed decisions – now available!
Announcing the publication of the newest edition of Dr Sara Wickham’s bestselling book, ‘Inducing Labour: making informed decisions’.