One type of induction method that you might consider is a foley bulb or cooks catheter! These two devices help to manually open the cervix by putting pressure from the inflated balloon on the cervix. They also help to stir up labor hormone prostaglandin and oxytocin. To place your provider will often use a speculum to guide the catheter through your cervix where it will sit right inside your uterus in between the cervix and your baby’s head. You have to be at least a little dilated for this to b

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If you’re getting prepared for an induction of labor you may have heard of a foley induction or mechanical inductuon. Here is an example of one type of medical decvice for inducing labor called a Cook Catheter! Pros and cons at the end 🌸 **for informational purposes only, consult your provider** #inductionoflabor #birthprep #birthtips #laboranddelivery #laboranddeliverynurse #expectingmom #laborinduction #pregnant | Mama Nurse Tina