I'm 41+2 at the moment and am going into hospital tomorrow for a scan and an induction via the prostaglandin gel. I had a failed sweep on Tuesday (midwife couldn't reach my cervix), hence why I'm being induced. My midwife told me that I could go home after the gel tomorrow, and if I don't go into labour, then I'll need to go in again on Saturday to be attached to a drip. For anyone who's had the gel, do you normally get to go home straightaway? And would you advise wearing a maternity pad afterwards in case of any spotting, leakage etc? Any other words of wisdom in terms of induction would also be welcome....bit nervous as I don't know what to expect!
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