On today’s episode you’re going to learn about labor induction. I covered this topic 3 years ago and there is new information in this updated episode. I get a lot of requests to talk about this and I get why. It’s one of those topics that makes a lot of pregnant people nervous. You may have heard horror stories about induction and pitocin. Plus there’s concern about the cascade of interventions or increasing the risk for c-section - so I get it. And on today’s episode I will answer your questions and shed some light on what labor induction is all about!In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:-What labor induction is-Why labor may be induced (you’ll be surprised to hear that there are only 2 reasons)-When induction is NOT appropriate-How labor is induced and the efficacy of different methods-What constitutes a failed induction-Which questions to ask before being induced ---Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode183Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right WayTake a quick, fun labor pain quizLearn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicoleOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Bobbie: https://www.hibobbie.com* Check out Ritual at get 40% off your first month for a limited time: https://ritual.com/DRNICOLESupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/birth-with-power/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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