I have never had 1 but I think ppl whom have history of High BP, GD and are either trying to avoid meds (for BP) or going to be induced earlier prefer to have an S&S before resorting to drug inductions!"
I have GD (gestational diabetes) and my OBS will not do a S&S to bring on labour. In actual fact he won't even talk about an induction or S&S until I am over my due date. I saw him today and he told me that b/c I have controlled my GD with diet & exercise there is no reason for me to be induced or a S&S to bring on labour. He also did mention that unless the cervix is ready, that induction / s & s is almost pointless as nothing is likely to occur.