Induction

I had an induction on the 16th of October my first was natural. I had the balloon in for 15 hours, I was 1cm when they done that, then broke my waters and I was 7cm balloon itself wasn’t to bad uncomfortable at first then got use to it once they drained some water because of my weight they put to much in. I was in labour for 4 hours 50 once waters went. X

Hey, I had a failed induction but my experience was good! I was given a tablet every 3 hours (I think, around that frequently) to help bring labour on. When they did a check I was actually already heading towards 2cm dilated, however the most I got to was 3cm so ended up in a c-section. My best advice is take snacks, drink plenty of fluids & try to relax (read a book, watch a show, go for walks) as it can take a while to progress. Would also recommend the epidural as contractions with inductions tend to be more painful and mine went to every minute they were intense. I don’t mean to scare you but wish someone was honest with me about it. They’ll give you all the pain relief you need and look after you. If you’re going with your partner please ask them to look at your birth plan and advocate for you when needed xxx

My induction was fine, I’d heard bad stories but honestly try not to worry. I would get induced again if I was ever pregnant again and didn’t go on time naturally xxx

Went in for my induction (was super busy so had to wait about which was frustrating) did the first cervix check and I was 4cm! So technically ready for labour ward even though I wasn't having contractions. Labour was busy and because I wasn't in pain I was happy to stay put. Husband had to leave as it was late. 10 minutes later my waters broke. Was taken to labour ward where they did another check (at this point I was having contractions but they were mild) they noticed I still had back waters so popped them. 3 hrs later baby was here! Was possibly the most perfect birth you could imagine.
Night and day from my first birth that was 52hr start to finish (went into labour naturally) and ended up with forceps in theatre.

Went in for mine today but I was already 2 centimetres dilated and in early labour at 38 weeks so they’ve sent me home to wait for the call to break my waters !