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@Kathryn Thank you. I’ve just read the leaflet and sat and cried 🙈 It’s not what I want, but I’m so scared if I don’t do it the worst will happen The idea of staying in hospital for 2-5 days having an induction and everything else that goes with it terrifies me I know my husband can visit but he’s not going to be able to take paternity until baby arrives and I’m so scared of going through it all alone
I was advised to have an induction at 40 weeks and I said no, citing my reasons (I am a nerd and read the Royal College of Obs & Gynae guidelines). I asked for a planned C-section, fully aware of the risks and my consultant booked me in for one. I did want to try a natural birth so they offered me a membrane sweep and if that didn’t work then I would have the C-section. There are pros and cons to induction/c-sections/labour adjuncts. Have a read around reputable sources for information. As long as you are aware of the risks, your midwife/consultant will support you in your choice. Also, I would remember that at the end of the day they are the experts in this - if you have any worries/concerns I would tell them and ask for explanations. Good luck x
I said no because I heard so many horror stories and opted for a c section. I loved it
I was told the same with my first, scans indicated he would be 10lbs so I was talked into an induction (covid times too so lots of red tape around partners etc as well). My son was born 7lbs so they were so off the mark with their weight estimations and the birth experience for me was very negative and this impacted me long after the birth. I have done a lot more research this time and personally wouldn’t be pushed into one again too early on (given what I know and my experiences). If I end up in the same position this time just based on estimations of size rather than other complicating factors I personally would politely decline and request other options i.e closer monitoring or c-section if I went well overdue. That said, that’s my opinion based on my experience and there are still so many people that with hypnobirthing and other tools have a positive birth who have been induced so I think it’s just about making sure you have all the information you need to make choices for you
I have a family member who is a midwife. Certainly cultures refuse with devastating effects both to mother and infant. The health professional would not suggest it if the benefits did not outweigh the cons. I would be reluctant to ignore their recommendation.
I’m in the same boat. They wanted to induce me at 38/39 weeks and I said no. But then they put the fear of god into me at 39 weeks. 40 weeks today and I’m still waiting but considering just booking the induction, they said we can cancel on the morning of if we change our minds. It’s always up to you!!