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Eating papaya etc for inducing labor
I am 38 weeks 3 days pregnant(normal conception) , my gynecologist suggested to eat papaya and pine apple for inducing labor, i and my mother were shocked , they were actually suggested to avoid, is this good idea?! Are there any problems to me or baby if I do so? Please don't reply consult me need more details etc etc .
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U can eat
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Thy will not induce labour
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Dr. Maneesha Singh
Infertility Specialist
24 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
These things has no scientific evidence to induce labour.
Know more about pregnancy related information
https://gynaetalks.com/tips-for-normal-delivery/
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Dr. Chandrakala Manta Patil
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
15 yrs exp
Pune
The raw papaya has abortifacient components in it and has detrimental effects if taken in first trimester....
The ripe papaya is good for health if you eat also no harm to baby....coz the pregnancy is of full term now...but decision is purely yours if you are afraid then dont take it.....
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