Natural Labor Induction: Safe Methods & Information

Question
Hi Cheri,
I have one simple question, and you probably get this ALOT! but, is there a way i could possibly move labor up a little to relieve myself of pupp? I am at 37 wks and this rash is absolutely TORMENTING me! I haven't been able to sleep and it's brought me to tears at how miserable it is (especially knowing there's nothing I can do about it). My obgyn is on vacation this week so maybe you can help.
thanks, april

Answer
Hello April- you need to tell me more- what is pupp? this is not a term I am familiar with- are you talking about an all over body itch that gets worse as the pregnancy advances? This is due to strain on the liver- yours- and it is depositing irritating bile salts in your skin.You can try some herbs that help the liver to do it's job better- they are Dandelion root or Yellow Dock- go to a health food store and get info about how to take them- usually in a tea. The only way of ending this pregnancy at this stage is a section and I do NOT suggest you take that route. All the best- Cheri.