My DS (second of my three children) was induced for similar reasons. He had some medical issues and by the time I reached 39 weeks the mental and emotional strain was simply too much for me. I was concerned for the health of my baby and very stressed about delivering outside hospital as we lived an hours drive in peak traffic and my first labour was very short. Ultimately, I decided that the best thing for myself and my baby was to get him out. I have no regrets and the birth was a straightforward vaginal delivery.

Ultimately, only you can decide what the right thing is for you. Consider the pros and cons and discuss it with your ob - who is hopefully someone who's opinion you trust! I felt no pressure at all from my ob to be induced, it was entirely my decision.