Starting labor with castor oil is generally thought to be based on this premise: the oil stimulates the intestines and aggravates the uterus, thereby causing the pregnant woman to have contractions.
Labor induction involves a process of preparing the oil before giving it to the mother to ingest. It is about masking the taste and smell of this natural oil, which due to its origin has an acrid, unpleasant and nauseating aftertaste.
Homemade Recipes for Castor Oil Induction
To help a pregnant woman drink the oil, certain recipes have been created to make the oil smell and taste better. These recipes can vary and can be modified in any way, depending on your preference. Most of these make use of shakes to disguise the aroma of castor oil.
Some of the most common prescriptions generally recommended by alternative practitioners and midwives are:
- Mix the oil with 3-4 oz. of root beer and shake the mixture to suspend the oil and release the foamy root beer, which tastes good
- Combining the oil with orange juice and 2 scoops of ice cream
- Prepare a smoothie by mixing juice, oil and crushed ice
- Scrambled oil with eggs
- Using Baking Soda or Vodka with the Oil
- Mix a glass of orange juice with the oil and baking soda
- Drink the oil straight and then wash it down with a warm cup of apple juice.
- Add cola with the oil and then keep eating 2-3 pieces of biscuits
These are just some of the easy recipes you can make when preparing castor oil for labor induction. However, keep in mind that the amount of each ingredient varies depending on the volume of the drink you are going to prepare.
Doctors generally suggest taking one ounce of oil per dose, to be repeated later at various intervals. But this dose can vary, which can be 2 to 4 ounces of castor oil per dose, according to other sources.
To ensure you are taking the correct dose, consult your midwife or doctor for advice on the appropriate dose for your condition.
Do you want to use the oil? Check with your doctor first
If you are considering using castor oil to induce labor, it is always best to speak to your doctor or midwife before drinking the oil. This would ensure your safety and protection from health risks at all times.