Can you be induced at 39 weeks for no medical reason?
When a woman and her fetus are healthy, induction should not be done before 39 weeks. Babies born at or after 39 weeks have the best chance at healthy outcomes compared with babies born before 39 weeks. When the health of a woman or her fetus is at risk, induction before 39 weeks may be recommended.
Can you be induced for no medical reason?
Sometimes, when a woman is nearing the end of her pregnancy, she may have her labor started (induced) rather than waiting for labor to begin on its own. This is called a labor induction. When labor is induced for a non-medical reason, for matters of scheduling convenience, it’s called an elective labor induction.
Why do doctors insist on inducing labor?
Doctors sometimes recommend inducing labor and birth for the benefit of the baby, mother, or both. Hypertensive diseases, including chronic high blood pressure and preeclampsia, are dangerous conditions that may require accelerated delivery.
Should I get induced or wait?
Inducing labor should only be for medical reasons. If your pregnancy is healthy, it’s best to wait for labor to start on its own. If your provider recommends inducing labor, ask if you can wait until at least 39 weeks to give your baby time to develop before birth.
Can you be in labor without contractions or water breaking?
You can be in labor without your water breaking — or if your water breaks without contractions. “If it’s broken, you’ll usually experience a big gush of fluid,” Dr. du Triel says. “You definitely need to be evaluated if that happens, even if you don’t have contractions.”
What am I having contractions but my water hasn’t broken?
There’s a good chance you will go into labor not long after it happens. But you can still be in labor even if your water hasn’t broken. Sometimes your doctor will have to break it for you using a little plastic hook. This helps speed up or induce your labor.
Can you be in labor and not know?
It’s very unlikely that you will suddenly go into labor without warning. Your body will let you know that you’re close to the big day, so you can make sure your hospital bag is packed, and be ready to go to the hospital when the time is right.
What if my contractions are 5 minutes apart but not painful?
First stage of labour: Early or latent labour phase During this time your cervix continues to thin out (efface) and open up (dilate). Contractions are 5-20 minutes apart and lasts from 20-50 seconds. They are usually not painful, but they do get your attention.
What if contractions start and then stop?
The latent phase can last several days or weeks before active labour starts. Some women can feel backache or cramps during this phase. Some women have bouts of contractions lasting a few hours, which then stop and start up again the next day. This is normal.
Why are my contractions so long?
Sometimes if baby is in a “wonky position” OR if baby is having a hard time getting into the brim of the pelvis, contractions will get super long. It’s as if the uterus is working double time to contract baby into a better position, or into the brim of the pelvis.
How long can contractions go on for?
Contractions will come close together and can last 60 to 90 seconds. You’ll experience pressure in your lower back and rectum. Tell your health care provider if you feel the urge to push. If you want to push but you’re not fully dilated, your health care provider might ask you to hold back.