Can I be induced at 39?

Can I be induced at 39?

Yes. In addition to some conditions for which labor induction is recommended, new research suggests that induction for healthy women at 39 weeks in their first full-term pregnancies may reduce the risk of cesarean birth.

Can I choose to be induced at 39 weeks?

They show that elective induction at 39 weeks is now a valid option. This is particularly important for women known to be at risk for preeclampsia. Of course, while the study showed that induction at 39 weeks is safe, some women may still prefer to let nature take its course and allow labor to begin naturally.

Can you request to be induced after 40 weeks?

A pregnancy is considered full term at 39 weeks, and the due date is 40 weeks. Sometimes a woman with a healthy pregnancy will ask for labor to be induced at 39 or 40 weeks. Previous studies suggested that inducing labor may increase the risk of needing a cesarean delivery or C-section, which is major surgery.

Can I choose to have labor induced?

Yes. With elective induction, there is always a choice. Be sure you talk with your doctor or midwife about what you want.

How far in advance do doctors schedule inductions?

Induction time slots are usually very early in the morning, in the evening and late at night. Once you and your doctor have decided to request an induction, it will be sent to the hospital 7 days prior to the desired date. Usually the hospital responds to each request within 24 hours.

How long after 40 weeks do you get induced?

If a pregnant woman is a few days overdue but there’s no sign of any problems, there’s little risk for the unborn child. But if the baby is more than one week late, inducing labor will lower the risk of complications. Most babies are born around the estimated due date, usually within two weeks before or afterwards.

What should I expect being induced at 39 weeks?

New research suggests that an induction at 39 weeks actually leads to a lower C-section rate, lower infant mortality and fewer blood pressure problems for women. Some of those studies point to a lower rate of admission to the NICU, while others found a slightly higher rate.

What’s the earliest you can be induced?

Inducing labor before you are at least 39 weeks along in your pregnancy (one week away from your due date) – or before your cervix is ready – has risks. Your care provider will follow the guidelines described here to help determine if and when elective labor induction is okay for you and your baby.

What are some reasons to get induced early?

Reasons for inducing labor

  • growth problems in the baby.
  • too little amniotic fluid around the baby.
  • gestational diabetes.
  • high blood pressure.
  • preeclampsia.
  • a uterine infection.
  • placental separation from the uterus.
  • Rh incompatibility.