If your labor does not progress, and if you and your fetus are doing well after attempting induction, you may be sent home. You can schedule another appointment to try induction again.
If your labor starts, you should go back to the hospital. If you or your fetus are not doing well after attempting induction, a cesarean delivery may be needed. The fetus develops in this sac. Fetus : The stage of human development beyond 8 completed weeks after fertilization. Gestational Hypertension : High blood pressure that is diagnosed after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Oxytocin : A hormone made in the body that can cause contractions of the uterus and release of milk from the breast. Placenta : An organ that provides nutrients to and takes waste away from the fetus. Preeclampsia : A disorder that can occur during pregnancy or after childbirth in which there is high blood pressure and other signs of organ injury. These signs include an abnormal amount of protein in the urine, a low number of platelets, abnormal kidney or liver function, pain over the upper abdomen, fluid in the lungs, or a severe headache or changes in vision.
Prostaglandins : Chemicals that are made by the body that have many effects, including causing the muscles of the uterus to contract, usually causing cramps. Uterus : A muscular organ in the female pelvis. During pregnancy, this organ holds and nourishes the fetus. Copyright by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. All rights reserved. Read copyright and permissions information. This information is designed as an educational aid for the public. Uterine rupture rare. Found an error?
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It does not store any personal data. Functional Functional. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Some methods of induction are less invasive and carry fewer risks than others. Ways that doctors may try to induce labor by getting contractions started include:. Stripping the membranes can be a little painful or uncomfortable, although it usually only takes a minute or so.
You may also have some intense cramps and spotting for the next day or two. It can also be a little uncomfortable to have your water broken. You may feel a tug followed by a warm trickle or gush of fluid. With prostaglandin, you might have some strong cramping as well.
With oxytocin, contractions are usually more frequent and regular than in a labor that starts naturally. Inducing labor is not like turning on a faucet. If the body isn't ready, an induction might fail and, after hours or days of trying, a woman may end up having a cesarean delivery C-section. This appears to be more likely if the cervix is not yet ripe. If the doctor ruptures the amniotic sac and labor doesn't begin, another method of inducing labor also might be necessary because there's a risk of infection to both mother and baby if the membranes are ruptured for a long time before the baby is born.
When prostaglandin or oxytocin is used, there is a risk of abnormal contractions developing. In that case, the doctor may remove the vaginal insert or turn the oxytocin dose down. While it is rare, there is an increase in the risk of developing a tear in the uterus uterine rupture when these medications are used. Other complications associated with oxytocin use are low blood pressure and low blood sodium which can cause problems such as seizures. Another potential risk of inducing labor is giving birth to a late pre-term baby born after 34 and before 37 weeks.
Because the due date EDD may be wrong. If you have a successful vaginal delivery after induction, there might be no implications for future pregnancies. If the induction leads to a C-section, your health care provider can help you decide whether to attempt a vaginal delivery with a subsequent pregnancy or to schedule a repeat C-section. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products.
Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Sections for Labor induction About. Overview Labor induction — also known as inducing labor — is the stimulation of uterine contractions during pregnancy before labor begins on its own to achieve a vaginal birth. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Uterine incisions used during C-sections Open pop-up dialog box Close.
Uterine incisions used during C-sections A C-section includes an abdominal incision and a uterine incision. Share on: Facebook Twitter. Show references Wing DA. Induction of labor. Accessed April 25, Frequently asked questions. Pregnancy FAQ
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