So, her baby is in position, she was due the 13th (thankfully her doctor says not to be worried until the 27th...her next appointment is then, and they have an induction penciled in for that day if there are no signs of labor).  Any tips to help kickstart things?  Her doctor has told her already to have plenty of sex (and make sure she finishes!) to rock the boat, and she's eating plenty of spicy food...I told her that nipple stimulation (even including using a breast pump) can increase oxytocin and stimulate labor...anything else?

Thanks,
Kate

Thanks...she knows the baby will come on his/her own time, but is hoping that her more gentle nudges work better than an induction!  I said I'd ask the knowledgeable ladies here :)

From someone who tried everything in the book. Twice. Nothing helps. Sorry!!

The castor oil is awful and not recommended much anymore...the idea behind that though it the smooth muscle contractions of the bowel help get the smooth muscle of the uterus going...so that where the spicy food comes in too.  Even a massage (done properly) can help get things going. 

All is well--no induction, vaginal birth yesterday!  Rumor has it that she told her husband about the nipple stimulation and he "ran with it", lol.  Adorable, healthy little baby girl.

Thanks everyone!