Natural Labor Induction: Exercises, Teas & Safety Tips

Natural labor induction methods include using exercise balls, specific stretches, and herbal teas like red raspberry leaf. Understanding which essential oils or foods might dilate the cervix can help women prepare for delivery.

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10 Ways to Induce Labor

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Carolyn Williams

You're done. Maybe you're close to your due date, or just a little past. But the joys of pregnancy are waning and you wish to see your little one, or perhaps just your feet. It's not clear what actually triggers labor, but there are some tried-and-true approaches that may have you winging your way to the hospital.