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[quote=Anonymous]Did your OB say why?

It is becoming standard practice for everyone because there are new drugs and more "gentle" and less invasive approaches to induction being used now (waiting for the cervix to ripen first, or doing membrane sweeps). And because women aren't really pushing back because, stillbirth. And, science, which apparently now tells us our placentas turn gray and hard after week 40 or maybe sooner if you're 'old.'

Induction at 'term' also allows hospitals/providers to schedule your birth to begin at (and be managed according to) their convenience. Then if you don't progress X much by X hours, you will either be sent home or will get further interventions to expedite labor. Things to be aware of.

Check out the recent thread on elective inductions. I posted some articles on the risks of induction and stillbirth, etc. on the second page:
http://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/641984.page

Good for you for being a conscientious consumer. Not saying don't trust your doctor, but you have a right to ask questions and be fully informed when making decisions about your own care.[/quote]

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