Kate - you've done so well to come this far - can they start the induction process slowly?? Have you discussed exactly what their intentions are - ie what process they will take - I suggest you get then to do it slowly - maybe you just need a nudge in the right direction - have they offered you a S&S - I'd start there personally.

I was induced with DS because my waters broke and I was too naive and impatient to realise that I could have waited - having said that, it was full on but well worth the effort for the healthy baby at the end - but I'm sure you realise that already

ETA - I had the drip, EPI and the ventouse suction - but no stitches and got up and had a shower pretty much right after it - I think thats pretty good considering...