Topic: Stripping the Membranes at 38 Weeks
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Im 38 weeks pregnant and the doctor stripped my membranes today, ...
Kind of curious as to why they'd even consider doing this at 38 weeks unless they have reason to want you to deliver now. It could be this evening or it might not happen. Most people start to show signs of labor (if it's going to work) with... Read More »
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What should I expect after a Membrane Sweep at 38 weeks?
I would recommend going to your local mall and walking, walking, walking. That is what my doctor recommended to me, but just after they stripped my membranes, they decided to admit me for an induction (all because there was a blizzard on th... Read More »
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The dr is stripping my membranes in 2 weeks, how did it go for yo...
My doctor did it at my 39 week exam. I didn't know she was going to do it. I thought she was just checking my cervix and YOUCH! it didn't exactly tickle. It hurt, but it was quick. I was shocked b/c when I was getting cleaned up and ready t... Read More »
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I had it done at 2 days before my due date. I did know exactly when my last period was so there was no problem with that. I was the one who asked to have it done. If you don't know for sure when your due date is it's not really wise to try ...
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Most drs wouldn't do it until at least 38 weeks. Some may not do it until later than that. Also, you have to be dilated just a little. If you are closed they can't get to the membranes. I wouldn't suggest it at 36 weeks, baby could end up g...
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Having your membranes stripped isn't going to do anything unless you are already dilated at least a cm or 2 AND your body is ready for labor. At 37 weeks both of those are unlikely. Personally, I think it's a waste of time and will be painf...
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Call you dr and describe your pains. See if you need to go in. You may just be feeling the pain in a different area due to your position.
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i think around 38 weeks, but there are instances when they can't do it, such as if you are positive for group B strep
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I am pregnant for the 1st time and I'm 26 too. Just curious to see what is to come for me.. and I'm perturbed... why would you need your membranes stripped? Ughhh, I hate docs! They screw up so many things I'm so tempted to do everything na...
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I am 39 weeks and no days and had mine stripped on monday, I am still prego! I have been told that if it is going to work it will work within 24 hours, but it is only a 50/50 shot. I wish i had better news for you. Make sure you move around...
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