A 'stretch and sweep' or 'membrane sweep' is a form of induction used at the end of pregnancy. The practitioner (ob or midwife) will 'sweep' the membranes surrounding the baby in the area of the cervix. This is done with the finger (as opposed to an instrument) with the intention of separating these membranes from the cervix, inducing labor. For some it is painless, for others is creates the sensation of contractions.
Stretch and Sweep
Also known as sweeping the membranes, this procedure involves your doctor or midwife inserting a gloved finger into your vagina and gently separating the membranes surrounding the baby from your cervix. According to one literature review, the technique is associated with a 24 percent likelihood of labour starting within 48 hours. On the minus side, it can sometimes cause bleeding and trigger irregular contractions that don't lead to labour.
Sweeping Membranes / Stretch & Sweep Sweeping the membranes involves your medical carer gently separating the membranes from the cervix by vaginal exam. This may be a little uncomfortable for some women and on the other hand, some have said they didn't feel much at all. Some spotting or bleeding may occur as a result and some find they have irregular contractions after a sweep. However it has been shown to be quite effective. A sweep will be performed on women who are at term and have no other complications, e.g. placenta praevia.
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