5cm dilated and baby low...........what to do

[kat85]

I am already 5cm dilated and the baby is low but I am having not real close contractions like 8 minutes or less. I need your help on what to do move thing along.....

[mzfern]

How about walking, nipple stimulation, sex, spicy food, red raspberry leaf tea...? Has your water broke? If not, I'd think there's no real rush, maybe?

[kat85]

Nope, my water have broken just having contractions that are mild and apart.

[BrooklynDoula]

Here is what we did when I stalled a bit: lots of nipple stimulation (hated it but it worked), walking, avoid warm water, and 'talking' to my body about getting things going again. Worked for me! Not due until may this time, but thought I would offer my thoughts and lots of labor vibes!

[MacKinnon]

Well, baby's gotta come soon! I recomend enjoying your last few hours/days with out baby. My DD came when I finally stopped stressing about WHEN she would come and let it go. I had a glass of wine and went to bed, slept through the night and woke up in labor. Baby'll be here soon

[bleumoose]

Climb stairs and bounce gently on a birth ball. Be sure to alternate activity with resting, as you don't want to spend all your energy early on. Also, stay well hydrated and remember to eat.