Induction of Labour
Induction of labour occurs when your doctor uses medicine to start your labour for you instead of waiting for it to begin on its own. Labour is induced when the risks to either the mother or baby of the pregnancy continuing are greater than the risks of birth.
Most inductions occur without any significant risk to either the mother or baby. Asking your doctor to start your labour early (elective induction of labour) without a medical reason is not recommended. Talk to your doctor about the best option for you and your baby.
