05/03/2026
Let's talk about....Inductions ✨
This week in our pregnancy yoga classes I've been talking about inductions and what we can do to help ourselves to navigate our way through them positively.
I firmly believe that however your birth may look to you, there is no reason why you can't come out of it having had a positive experience. Whether you're booked for an elective cesarean, an induction, planning a water or home birth - you are welcome in my classes.
With that in mind, on the induction front - here are a few things to think about, to help give you the best chance of feeling prepared, calm and empowered throughout!
🧩 Keep your hands busy
Inductions can be a waiting game - to stop you from googling 'how long does an induction take to work' (and going down a google hole!) pack things to keep your hands busy - Books, colouring, magazines, a jigsaw, little games with your partner. Distraction is powerful.
🎧 Podcasts / audiobooks
Perfect for switching off and resting your eyes. Download them in advance.
💤 Eye mask & ear plugs
You may be on the antenatal ward behind a curtain for a while. Creating your own little bubble makes SUCH a difference.
🥪 Hydration & fuel
Even if you don’t feel like eating beforehand, try to get something in. Your body and uterus need energy to work effectively. Pack a little “favourite foods” picnic for yourself. Snacks = morale boost.
🧘♀️ Remember oxytocin
Yes you may be getting synthetic versions of hormones BUT anything you can do to get as much of your body's natural oxytocin flowing as possible is only going to help.
🌟 Protect your mindset
Fill your space with positive induction stories and affirmations. Go in believing in yourself and your body, trust that you can do it.
💛 ASK & ADVOCATE
If you're unsure about anything - ask. If you feel ready to move to the delivery suite - say so. If you don't like something - ask what your options are. Don't worry about being a nuisance. You and your baby are just as important as anyone else on that ward..
And above all…
You're about to birth your baby and meet them very, very soon.
That is huge. That is powerful. That is incredibly exciting 🤍
YOU'VE GOT THIS.