Labor induction

Definition

By Mayo Clinic staff

Labor induction — also known as inducing labor — is a procedure used to stimulate uterine contractions during pregnancy before labor begins spontaneously. A health care provider may recommend labor induction for various reasons, primarily when there’s concern for a mother’s health or a baby’s health.

Labor induction carries various risks, including infection and the possible need for a C-section. Sometimes the benefits of labor induction outweigh the risks, however.

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    July 22, 2009

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    Not my ideal plan for having a baby, but due to pregnancy induced hypertension, babe No. 2’s induction has been scheduled for tomorrow night! Wish me luck…I’m admittedly a bit nervous about an induction.

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