When to start natural induction techniques?

Brittney • Mama of 2 girls with baby number 3 on the way (hoping for a boy!!)

Hi there!

I’m currently 32.5weeks, so I have a little bit to go. I’m hoping for a vbac. But I’m wondering, when should I start trying natural induction techniques? Most things I’ve read say to wait until you’re overdue. Well, my doc said they won’t let me go past my due date and they won’t induce me. It’s either my body goes into labor on it’s own or we schedule a csection. I’ve started to have some Braxton hicks, which I didn’t have with my first. So I’m hoping that’s a good sign. But I want to kickstart things if possible. And I’m meaning stuff like driving to the mountains for altitude change, brisk walks, sex, or midwives brew.

Should I start the week I’m due or the week before?

Anyone have a successful vbac that tried any induction techniques???