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Is there a medical reason for sweeping at 38? That seems a bit premature unless there’s a specific need.
I didn’t have a sweep, personally (my daughter took her sweet time and appeared eight days overdue...). However, a friend just had her second baby planned as vbac and had a sweep at 39 weeks. It didn’t work for her, and she ended up with a second c-section. That being said, your doctor knows what your body needs, and will recommend what they think is best. If they don’t think you should go over 40 weeks for whatever reason, a sweep is probably the first step (before doing an induction). Have you considered a planned c-section as an alternative?
That seems early for a sweep, no? I discussed it as a possibility with my doctor Bc first babies tend to arrive late but thankfully mine came four days prior to my due date. I know it’s painful but so is being a week overdue! I’d weigh your options and maybe try some of those old wives tale methods first.
I never had mine swept - went into spontaneous labor (water broke) with my first at 39w, second at 37w. Is there any reason for your doctor to believe you won’t go into labor on your own? With both of mine, I was 2cm or less dilated in triage, but because my water broke they want to get the baby out within 24 hours. Had pitocin to get labor going both times, had enough time to get an epidural for both. I hope all goes smoothly and you have a positive birth experience! ❤️
I agree with the above comments, seems a bit early. I had it done three times (1x with first kid, 2x with 2nd kid). It did absolutely nothing. But everyone else I know that had it done went into labor that night or the next day 🤷♀️
Would definitely wait. Had mine swept at 40w and 41w. Baby will be there soon, just try and hang on! Good luck and wishing you a healthy labor and birth. ✨