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Midwife to midwife: induction via acupuncture

Abstract:

I recently found, during my first pregnancy, that being 'overdue' is a most tedious state to be in. The days seemed to stretch into weeks and I began to feel that my baby would never be born. My doctor started muttering about induction when I reached 42 weeks, and I found my self-confidence and faith in 'nature' fading fast. When a midwife colleague suggested that I seek advice from a local practitioner in acupuncture and Chinese medicine, I decided to try it as I felt I had nothing to lose and that it seemed less invasive than standard induction methods and more scientific than castor oil and hot baths. The action of 'taking charge' of the situation made for a big improvement in my mental state.

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acupuncture, natural therapies to stimulate spontaneous labour, overdue pregnancy