Induction is a very personal experience.

When I wore a younger woman's clothes I was very pro natural birth. It was the only way and the best. Now, I still believe that to be true... well partly It's the best way if possible. Now, I would define myself as being pro informed/safe choice...

What I have discovered is that sometimes it's not possible. Our psychological health is as important as our physical - perhaps more so. If our heads can't give birth our fanny's sure as hell won't.

I too have suffered many losses. Three of those were second trimester losses. One was a missed miscarriage and another I birthed. I understand the fear attached to waiting for a baby to be born when you have experienced what you have. To truly understand that incredible fear is difficult for some folk to grasp.

I think it's quite untrue that induction is a dirty word on Belly Belly and I just want that to be put out there... If I felt an induction was best for my mental health or that I perceived that my baby was in danger I would line up no probelem... Perhaps I will. Am I afraid of judgement or chastisement??? Not at all. I think we are all mature and together enough to realise that no-one knows what goes on in our heads in the wee hours. Perhaps we have worked for months to release that fear.
I believe that these types of statements are damaging and just plain unhelpful. I KNOW that you will not be judged. Birth isn't an olympic event. We make the best decisions we can at the time. What you need to do is ensure that you make an informed one.


What you as a woman and a birthing Mama need to do is read up. Seek out the information - Sherie has linked you to some great articles. Seek out some others too - make an informed decision after learning.

Now, the risks of intervention ARE greater if you are induced. Things like forceps, episiotomy, c/section... You need to way up if that risk is okay FOR YOU. You are the decision maker and I understand so well my love how hard these decisions are.

Good luck on your journey. You will be supported here no matter what your decision is. And there are many who can help with info if it's needed.