Induction tomorrow!

You can ask for increased monitoring, you don't need to rush into a decision. If there's an issue during monitoring then you can talk to them about your options, but definitely don't rush in to a decision you're not comfortable with. I'm 42 weeks and have so far declined induction, but have agreed to some extra monitoring tomorrow

I had an induction with my first. I would just be aware that inductions can take a long time, from start to baby. They also put you at an increased chance of needing an instrumental or C-section delivery.

All I would say is, bring more clothes than you’ve packed and be prepare to stay in longer than you think. Not necessarily a negative experience but I’m currently on day 7 being in the hospital after being induced as I’m waiting for a bed on the labour ward, I know I’ll forget about this bit once she’s in my arms so just thinking of the positives for now. Good luck ♥️

You should ask for your options to be discussed pros and cons of each before making a decision.I had an induction last week the process takes a very long time .In addition I wasn't aware it would be so incredibly painful ,epidural does make a huge difference,if the doctor is available .In the end, after days in hospital ,my baby was delivered by emergency c section due to both me and baby becoming poorly ,resulting in longer hospital stay .Everyone has a different experience of induction, but I do regret agreeing to an induction.Good luck ❤️

37-42 weeks is really the ‘expected due date’ as the EDD is really just an estimate based on baby size at 12 weeks. So I’m unsure why at 1 day past 40 weeks they are inducing unless there is for another reason? You can ask for increased monitoring instead 👍🏼

I had reduced movements last Sunday with 38+6 and was recommended an induction. Before I even got to the labor ward I broke waters and started contractions, it was having a debilitating effect on the baby and I wasn't dilating at the same rate. I ended up being induced to accelerate the contractions and dilation, but after a couple of hours I ended up having an emergency C-section just to be sure we were both going to be safe.

It was scary, but to be honest I felt much safer about us, it was fast and I knew it was soon enough for us to be ok.

We spent 3 nights total in the hospital, only 2 after the C-section and recovering fast at home now, my baby is perfect as well. They were monitoring us the whole time and are still coming to see us at home.

Does your husband plan to go to work while you are waiting in the hospital for the induction and birth?

I was really against having a C-section during my pregnancy but if you are open, and are not scared go for it and don't waste time.

the difficulty I will have with increased monitoring will be getting myself to and from the hospital constantly by myself. As my husband works on the road with minimal bits from home there's no guarantee where he will be from day to day and with him not having paternity I can't guarantee he will be around to take me. I don't really fancy having both our cars at the hospital if it can be avoided. If I could be monitored closer to home then it potentially could be an option

these are the exact reasons why I initially was against being induced and thought about a planned C-section just to cut out the middle man. But with my husband not having paternity leave and can take 1 week of holiday from when baby is born after that I would be on my own. I know that if I have an induction there's still a chance of C-section but there is also a chance of not having it so this is why my mind is conflicted due to recovery afterwards

I've already got multiple outfits packed with extras ready to go for my husband to bring if needed. The idea of being in the hospital for any length of time is something I'm not looking forward to as I'm someone who gets bored very easily, but I know that regardless of what option of birth I go for there is always a chance of a hospital stay. I hope you are able to meet your little one soon 🤞🏻

a lot of what you have said are the reasons why I was against an induction to begin with. I'm not against an epidural but as someone who doesn't like just being in one place I feel like mentally this is something I would find difficult if I had an epidural, same with being in hospital for any length of stay. I sort of feel like just having a planned C-section would cut out the middle man but due to my husband's lack of paternity (1 week of holiday from the day baby is born) it means I would be pretty much on my own which could make recovery from a C-section potentially more difficult than if I have a non-complicated induction. We wanted to speak to a doctor to speak about our options when we were at the hospital but they had just gone into surgery, we waited nearly 45 mins and were so tired we just made a tired decision at nearly 4am for the induction

we've had one growth scan which was a referral from my 38 week appointment but that was all fine with no concerns. Other than that it has been a textbook pregnancy (in the words of my midwife). Increased monitoring would be an option if I didn't live so far from the hospital and with my husband working on the road I have no guarantee day by day as to where he will be so getting to the hospital on a regular basis will be more difficult

if I'm induced, if nothing is happening he can still work either as some work from home days or he will be on the road if he has meetings to go to. Once things start happening he can continue working if he needs to or his one week of holiday would start. We would rather his holiday start once baby has arrived with hopefully no extra days spent in the hospital, otherwise that's his time used up. If I have a C-section I will be on my own at home very soon after which could make recovery and generally getting around more difficult. I know there is never a guarantee of how long recovery or hospital stays will be with any form of delivery but I'm trying to think what's going to give me and the baby the greatest chance of a smooth delivery and return home

one thing that’s actually been good for me is an adult colouring book 😂 it’s relaxing, therapeutic and keeps you occupied! I also have my iPad and Nintendo switch.. but having a shower is one of the highlights of my day hahaha! Good luck with everything x

I was induced. Took 4 days and my partner come into the hospital / worked in-between until baby here. He did find it hard and so did I as at the hospital in the ward you could only have one visitor. Not sure whether your hospital would be the same. I ended up with an emergency c-section anyway. I think weigh it all up. After a week I'm starting to feel more me and can move about. Speak to your doctor. In my gut I wish I would have just gone for the C-section but my doctor swayed me away from it. I wouldn't chose to be induced again but that's preference