S3. E4: WHAT TO EXPECT IF YOU GO FOR AN INDUCTION, WITH ERIN FUNG (BETTER BIRTH UK)

Clare Maddalena is joined by Erin Fung from Better Birth to discuss Induction. (Sorry my microphone was misbehaving!- Clair McGill). Erin shares her own induction story and how it affected her and ultimately lead her to her work as an Antenatal Educator and Hypnobirthing instructor.  Why is there so little information given about the risks of induction? We talk about what should be discussed if you are being offered an induction, the benefits and the risks as well as the alternatives. From sweeps to pessaries to syntocinon drip we discuss the methods used and what you can expect. Plus Erin shares her top 5 tips for a positive birth if you make the informed choice to be induced. 

<< If you don’t know much about induction and are indifferent or have a “what will be, will be” attitude - you need to listen to this! >>

USEFUL LINKS & SHOW NOTES:

https://www.better-birth.co.uk/

Check out Erin's incredible Instagram 

https://www.instagram.com/betterbirthuk

Erin will also be speaking at the Association of Radical Midwives Conference on Saturday 18th November

https://www.midwifery.org.uk/event/hands-off-midwifery-power-politics-practice/

Doulas are not just for the wealthy, if you are struggling financially you can apply to Doula UK and they may still be able to support you. 

https://doula.org.uk/

If you need support after a difficult birth or perinatal experience please get in touch

https://www.lushtums.co.uk/birth-fear-birth-trauma

Erin's Favourite Instagram recommendations:

https://www.instagram.com/kemibirthjoyjohnson (check out our episode with Kemi s3.3)

https://www.instagram.com/samanthagadsdendoula/

https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmidwifelisa

https://www.instagram.com/thegreenmidwife

https://www.instagram.com/theserenitydoula