Thanks everyone for your interesting feedback.

Kelly - If I were given a choice I would have no problem whatsoever waiting for spontanoeus labour, or trying natural methods to induce labour. However, I can not argue the point if my OB thinks that the baby is better off being induced and born early. Imagine if I refused to be induced because I want a 'natural birth' and something happend to my baby (there is concern that my placenta may not be working adequately). I trust my OB's opinion but feel upset that I may have to start the process unnaturally. You asked if the risks of inductions outweigh the benefits - well if the benefit is a healthy baby that needs to be born to grow and thrive, I would say that's all the benefit one needs. I don't find it helpful to hear that inductions are not as good for mum/bubs as natural birth (even though I agree with this in principle) when I may not have a choice.