S&S

Hi Girls

Im due on 16th April and have another midwife appointment this Thursday and then one after on the 15th, Now when i was 37 weeks she discussed a stretch & sweep with me, but she has now decided that on the 15th if i haven't had any signs that baby might be coming (haven't had any yet ) that she will do a stretch and sweep on me then, if i consent to it. Now ive never had one of these before let alone any one else looking down there

I go to her house for my appointments and just wondering if anyone could share their experiences of these with me, im a little worried about how uncomfortable it will be, i know it wont be anything compared to birth, but ill be in pain then and wont care about people down there im guessing

This would be much appreciated

I never had one but don't worry about being embarassed. You aren't the first person she has seen and you won't be the first one who has been embarassed about it.

I've had that many medical prof's look between my legs that I just don't care anymore but the first time, yup I was embarassed! Its normal.

I've had one too, and I didn't find it painful at all. I had been in labour for 31 hours and it help me to go from being 3cms dilated to 6cms. I was 8 days over at the time. Also, at that stage I was over being pregnant and just wanted DS to come out, so it didn't embarass me.
I personally think it won't help unless your bub is ready to be born.
Best of luck though