Labor Induction: What Pregnant Women Want to Know
Preparing for labor induction to get your baby delivered.
Get my baby out! As the due date approaches, the back pain, hip pain, insomnia, and fatigue add up. Many women are ready to meet their newborn. Others want to wait and let things happen naturally. Some women develop medical complications making delivery an urgent necessity. Inducing labor is one option.
Our Preparing For series allows a patient to prepare themselves for a procedure properly. We answer questions about how long the process will last, what’s involved, what to expect, and even advice on packing your bag. While your health care provider preps, we’ll make sure you’re ready.
What is labor induction?
Labor induction refers to the process of inducing or provoking labor with medication or other methods. Doctors and midwives can jumpstart the labor process to get your baby delivered.
Why induce labor?
Doctors and midwives induce labor in some instances to reduce the risk of continuing pregnancy past a certain point. When complications occur, obstetricians consider if the baby is safer on the inside or outside.
