Giving Birth with Confidence

The Straight Scoop on Inductions

The Straight Scoop on Inductions

Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)

The holidays are upon us. If you are due on or near a major holiday, you will be more likely to face the decision of whether or not to get induced to go into labor. But before you succumb to the pressure of planning your baby's birth date to avoid a holiday, first consider the realities -- and risks -- of induction. Lamaze created a the following infographic to illustrate the problems with, pressures of, and decision points surrounding induction. For more information on induction, check out the resources on Lamaze.org.