Dissapointed by negative information offered on Induction

[BellyBelly]

It is very confusing I agree! My client with GD through the birth centre would get one Ob saying I wont let you go past your due date, one saying you can go a week over and another who was a 'wait and see' doctor. So you are at the mercy of the Ob's opinions which is why I believe in the provision of info so if you do want to suss out which is best for you, it is here. If you want to take Obs advice then that is fine too - if they want to they will. But with BB, the info I choose to place on the main site will be the side you may not be told - and that's okay - because I also know other sites will have that info that others are seeking too. So you can have the luxury of comparing sites and info and what works with you, is what you can do. We are lucky to have this place called the internet to share info - imagine what it would be like without it! I would not know as much as I do now that is for sure

[Trillian]

Another thing I have found with this pg is that if you go to your Dr armed with info about certain things (whether it be induction, cord clamping, brith plan etc) it usually surprises them (in a good way in my experience) and they are more forthcoming with what they think about your suggestions and they can tell you what they really think about it and you can discuss it together. A lot of Dr's I have found wont tell you if you don't ask - so it always pays to ask if you aren't sure or have any questions about things.

[Liz]

Yeah Sherie - my OB said "I know you're the type to research things.. " and went into greater depth about risks of tearing, types of tears etc etc etc. I got the impression he wouldn't have done that if he didn't know I was one that wanted to know everything! He also didn't want me reading the 'wrong' things on the internet .. but I'm always careful where I get info from. I know some people believe anything they read on the internet, but I try to make sure it's a reliable source (like BB! )

[Inanna]

You are so right Sherie! After my last Angel BAby when I went on my big "fact seeking mission" and went about "interviewing" specialists... I got sooooooo much more info when they could see I really knew what I was talking about...
Also, when you say... This is what is important to me... How can we best achieve that? It may be cord clamping it may be lots of things but using those words... This is important to me because.... It even helps to print out some info - studies are always good! Before all of my appts on my "fact finding mission" I sent ahead studies I had etc. The doctors were forewarned. They knew they were not dealing with a bunny.

Like everyone obs and midwives have "their own way of doing things". We as consumers need to go into an appt with lots of info that we can talk through... He/she then needs to convince YOU of their perspective and why. Ask for studies. Ask for evidence based information not personal opinion.

Sometimes the practitioner will raise points that you may need to go away and reasearch more - or maybe you are comfy with what they say.

THE most important thing is FACTUAL information...

I remember when I had my last live baby I had her at a private hospy. I had not had that before. I had my own midwife (employed by said hospy). I didn't want the obs in the room when I was birthing. FOR ME birth is womans business and I need my dark cave of women/family and of course DH. I chose the obs that would agree not to enter my space unless there was a medical indicator... He sat outside and chatted to my kids as they came in and out, ate donuts and read the paper!

As women we can get what we need for our birthing... We just need to be lovingly assertive and fully informed (I believe...)

[Lil MG]

This really is a respectful and safe place to express thoughts and ideas.

I've learnt so much being a part of this wonderful site.

I feel much more prepared for this momentous event.

Thanks everyone

[Inanna]

I think so too LilMG and I am so happy to hear that some of what you have read here on Belly Belly will help you to achieve what you need for birthing your little one...

[Freya]

Just want to say I didnt tear with my induction either. It really was a fabulous experience considring the circumstances and Im glad to have avoided a caesar entirely.

[August]

Thanks for bringing this up BDoll~I hope your little one has arrived safe and sound.
I have sought advise and support here regarding inductions and have heard many positive experiences. Although I understand some of it may seem conflicting when applied to your personal situation.

My baby has gastroschisis therefore I am being induced at 37 weeks. Being my first pregnancy, I'd thought that inducing labour was just a routine way for babies to be born...but I now know that there are implications and things to consider.

From reading through the articles I would not induced labour if I had a choice, but if it were at all life threating to your baby you would do anything. I think the most confusing and upsetting part is whether it will be more painful than a spontaneous labour and Jelvie, I agree, part of this seems dependent on your own bodies reaction to the chemicals, for everyone its different.