Other Labor Inducers
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There are also many other old wives’ tales that deal with inducing labor. Some say that indulging in spicy food will help bring your baby into the world. Others swear by eating greasy foods like pizza to get labor going. One of the most popular tales regarding labor says to continue engaging in physical relations with your partner, which may or may not help loosen the cervix.
Another common old wives’ tale involves the herb evening primrose. Some women claim that you should pierce an evening primrose capsule full of the herbal oil and insert it into yourself. Believers say that this will help bring you into labor. It is thought that the herb may be able to trigger a prostaglandin response. However, you should consult your doctor before using any herbs throughout your pregnancy.
