41 Weeks Pregnant and Still Waiting: Here’s Exactly What to Do (and What Doctors Don’t Tell You) | 206

Hey, mama! You’re 41 weeks pregnant, and I know you’re exhausted, maybe even a little scared, but you are NOT failing. In this episode of Pregnancy Unpacked, Trish is breaking down why your due date isn’t a deadline, giving you a calm, practical plan to nudge labor naturally, and sharing the exact scripts to keep you in control when talking to your provider. Trish has got your back with evidence-based tips to increase your chances of a vaginal birth - whether labor starts on its own or you choose a medical induction. Let’s do this, queen!

What’s Inside This Episode:

• Why 41 weeks is still normal: Due dates are just estimates, and most first-time mamas deliver around 40 weeks and 5 days. Your body knows what it’s doing!
• Safety checklist for you and baby: Learn why fetal movement counts, non-stress tests (NSTs), and biophysical profiles (BPPs) are key to ensuring baby’s doing great.
• Three evidence-based nudges to try: From purposeful movement (hello, Miles Circuit!) to controlled nipple stimulation and membrane sweeps, Trish shares safe ways to encourage labor naturally.
• Provider scripts to stay in control: Get the exact words to advocate for yourself and avoid being pressured into an induction you’re not ready for.
• Your 48-hour action plan: A screenshot-ready roadmap you can start tonight to gently kickstart labor or prep for a medical induction.
• Bonus deal alert: Grab the Balanced Labor Induction Workshop (normally $97) for just $17 with code POD at labornursemama.com/induction. It’s the full playbook to prep your body for labor!
• Mindset matters: Stop negative self-talk, guard your peace, and remind yourself - you’re a birth queen, and your body’s got this!

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More from this episode:

• Miles Circuit guide: labornursemama.com/miles-circuit
• Grab the Balanced Labor Induction Workshop (normally $97) for just $17 with code POD at labornursemama.com/induction

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Helpful Timestamps:

• 00:59 41 Weeks Pregnant: Staying Calm and Informed
• 01:11 Creating a Practical Plan for Labor
• 02:12 Evidence-Based Nudges to Start Labor
• 04:30 Rights and Decisions in Late Pregnancy
• 05:11 Encouraging Natural Labor: Techniques and Tips
• 07:27 Changing the Power Dynamics: Positive Mindset
• 08:00 Real-Life Success Story: Claire's Journey
• 09:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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