Can I ask to be induced?

[dinosaurkisses]

Currently 33 weeks with DC1, and about to move an hour and 15 minutes away from where we live now to be nearer family. Still intending to give birth in the hospital down here (hopefully anyway!)

I'm worried about dealing with labour/ contractions etc once things get going and bracing myself for the most uncomfortable journey of my life.

Ideally, and probably naively, I'd like to be induced at 40 weeks so I can avoid it if possible.

Does anyone know if its likely that the hospital will consider this without me going overdue?

Sorry didn't mean to post that

I'm a midwife and I absolutely 100% wouldn't get induced unless necessary for mine or baby's health. It's a long, exhausting and painful process - it can go on for days, and even then may not work. I feel so sorry for the women I look after that have to go through it!

I hope you can find a solution OP.

They could try a "Sweep" if your cervix is favourable. Have you discussed your options with your MW or Consultant?