How to get things started?

I wanna help my cervix start to dilate. I was induced with my 1st at 39weeks due to pih and went 4days over with my 2nd. I’m currently 36weeks. Went to the dr this morning and my cervix is still closed but baby is head down and starting to engage. I’ve been having lots of cramps, lightning crotch, Braxton Hicks, and hip pain. So I’m really hoping not to go over due with one.