E227. The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip

The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip If you’ve been offered a stretch and sweep, or heard people say “just get a sweep and it’ll start labour,” this episode is for you. In this episode, Midwife Pip explains exactly what a stretch and sweep (also called a membrane sweep) is, how it works in the body, what the research actually shows about its effectiveness, and how to decide whether it’s right for you, without pressure. We talk honestly about when sweeps are more likely to help, when they often don’t, what they can feel like, potential downsides, and the importance of informed consent. This isn’t about saying yes or no, it’s about understanding your options so you can feel steady and confident in your decision. Calm, evidence-based guidance for late pregnancy, induction decisions, and informed choice. Extra Resources: 📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” - “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip Connect with Pip:Instagram: @midwife_pip Facebook: Midwife Pip Email: Sponsorship Opportunities: If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review - it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance. And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community, you don’t have to do motherhood alone. Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to

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E227. The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip is an episode from The Pregnancy Wellness Podcast - With Midwife Pip by Midwife Pip.

This episode is 17:08 long.

This episode was published on Mar 10, 2026.

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