As I said, I couldn't do it either. I have been induced both times due to being 14 days over, both times I was able to have a normal birth, with my last it was even drug free, and I didn't need synto....but I would never choose this as my first option, I would have loved to go into labour spontaneously, and held out as long as I could.
My priorities would be totally different to theirs.

I would never, ever advocate that I think this is the best move.
But, everyone has a right to make their own decision on what they think is best.

This couple have obviously sat down together and made the decision that they feel is right for them as a couple, and I don't think anyone else really has a right to judge them actually, whether you think it is right or wrong, this is their decision, and no one knows what it is like to be in their position except them.
My comment about them being supportive of each other is that it probably takes a fair bit of strength for this woman to stand up and announce that this is what she is going to do, and she has decided that this is what she feels is best.
You never know, perhaps this lady is a member of bb.....

I only posted this because I have often thought of how funny it would be if I had ever gone into labour while my DH was playing finals.....I know he would be with me straight away with no regrets, but I always used to imagine running onto the field holding my belly chasing him around the oval . I had DD when he was supposed to be playing his first game of the season that year, and her birth was a long drawn out one, and I do remember him suggesting that perhaps he might be able to slip out and play and come straight back....I think I may have given him a hit or two at the time...lucky he was only joking!

I do agree though that lots of people are almost forced into induction without knowing all the facts and this often leads to some seriously unhappy outcomes....and perhaps this couple have been misinformed by their doctor.

Whatever the outcome, I wish this couple of the best, and will be praying that it all works out okay.