Birthing/yoga ball?!

Question

Has anyone used Birthing/yoga ball? Did it work to induce labor? How long should I bounce on the ball for? I’m 40 weeks pregnant. Any other tips to help induce labor? I went for an hour walk today. My midwife said that my baby is engaged and I am currently 1cm dilated.

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Hi, I am a midwife (UK)
Your birthing ball will not induce labour, but help your little one get into a good position and encourage decent of the head.  
You can use lots of different positions - will post some pictures in the comments, just choose what’s comfortable for you.  
During labour, these positions on the ball can help labour progress too - so keep your ball handy!

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Hope these help x

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They have you sit on one in the hospital and that sh*t hurts!!!

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I don't know if any of this actually helped me go in to labor but I did ALMOST everything I found on google. The day before labor started I bounced on an exercise ball. I also drank hot cocoa because I read that helps. 😂 I was also 40 weeks so it's very possible I just went on my own but that's what I did. In my mind it helped.

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