do you really need an induction-a midwives guide

1. methods of induction

1.1. stairs analogy

2. bishops score explained

3. Keeping induction positive

3.1. induction comfort kit

3.2. your partner-your advocate

3.3. outpatient induction

3.4. testimonials

3.5. comfort measues

3.6. mindset preparation

4. links and resources

4.1. why induction matters

4.2. sara wickham

4.3. NHS induction guide

4.4. research papers

4.5. positive induction groups

5. The induction process

6. what if induction fails?

7. introduction

7.1. The induction epidemic

7.2. my back story

7.3. why an induction guide

8. Why induce?

8.1. reasons for induction

8.2. statistics

8.3. risks and benefits

9. Do I have any choice

9.1. role of the consultant midwife

9.2. AIMS

9.3. gathering the knowledge

9.4. using your BRAINS

9.5. what are my options

9.6. decision making

9.7. available evidence

9.8. testimonials

10. How birth works

10.1. what triggers labour

10.2. 20 top tips for keeping calm whilst waiting for baby

10.3. The fallacy of the due date

10.4. stimulating natural labour-the evidence

10.5. The fear/freeze response