I’m booked for one on Monday and I’m absolutely terrified. I have no idea what to expect, my midwife didn’t explain much when she booked me in for it, other than they’ll insert a pessary and leave it for up to 30hrs.
I want to know everything, like do I have to be hooked up to the CTG constantly? Will I need to have a cannula unless absolutely necessary? What will happen when I arrive at the hospital? Will I be expected to put a gown or pyjamas on straightaway? Will they have to break my waters?
I had planned a home water birth so this induction has floored me somewhat, I was not prepared for this at all :( but due to my BMI they really don’t want me going past 42wks and I’ll be 40+12 on Monday. Also, judging by where I’m feeling kicks, baby is still back to back (he was B2B at my MW appointment on Weds!) so I’m pretty worried about that too :(
I just want to know what’s going to happen so I can feel more prepared as I feel completely out of my depth about this!
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Talk me through the induction process please
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AintNobodyHereButUsChickens · 13/05/2018 00:00
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