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[quote=Anonymous]That sounds like an extreme point of view, unless you're significantly older (mid-40s) or very high risk.  I'd be particularly concerned because, although pitocin can be effective when used appropriately, I personally would be leery that someone so pro-induction would use it appropriately.

That said, a membrane sweep isn't likely to do much if your body isn't already on its way.  I had mine swept with my first and third, and it did bupkis (first arrived on her own at 40w5d, induced my third at 40w1d, but electively for various reasons; second came at 41w2d).  I *totally* get your concern, and I would be upset, too, particularly with a first child.  Induction doesn't have to be horrendous, but again, you have to trust your provider to manage it well.  In my case, I had cervidil overnight and then pitocin the next day; neither did much.  Eventually I had my midwife break my water and we were off to the races--but this child was my third, and that's a good option, not so much for FTM.

I'd push her on what a "gentle induction" means, what your options are, and try to hold off at least until 40 weeks.  Hang in there, though, that sounds so stressful.[/quote]

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