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Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled with The Pregnancy Nurse® | Pulling Curls®Author: Hilary Erickson Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How to Start Labor at Home
Episode 271
Wednesday, 2 September, 2026
Shownotes Intro Curious about how to go into labor naturally, what really works, and what is safe during the final weeks of pregnancy? This episode of "Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled with The Pregnancy Nurse® | Pulling Curls®" untangles all the advice and myths about inducing labor at home. Whether you're googling "ways to induce labor," "how do I get my body to go into labor," or "tips to speed up labor naturally," this episode covers evidence-based methods, what triggers labor to start, what's just a myth, and when it's smartest to talk to your doctor. Perfect for pregnant families wanting to know what to expect at the end of pregnancy and how to prepare for labor and delivery. Want the full experience? You can watch the original video episode over on YouTube. Disclaimer: This episode is informational only and not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult your own health provider for guidance specific to your pregnancy and medical history. About Hilary Hilary is an experienced labor and delivery nurse with over 20 years on the floor, author, and the supportive pregnancy bestie behind The Pregnancy Nurse® and Pulling Curls®. Having supported thousands of families through pregnancy, labor, and delivery (including her own overdue and induction experiences!), Hilary specializes in making complicated topics easy-to-understand and empowering pregnant families to feel prepared—not scared—through every stage of birth and postpartum. Timestamps: 00:00 Inducing labor precautions and tips 05:12 Natural labor preparation tips 07:13 Discussing labor-inducing myths 11:28 Pregnancy and early labor tips
