Which type of birth are you likely to have?
Between 2024 and 2025, in England: 50-60 in 100 women who were induced had a vaginal delivery without assistance (instrumental birth or caesarean section). 15-16 in 100 women had an instrumental birth and about 28 in 100 women will have an unplanned caesarean section during their induction. These figures are for all women giving birth. As maternal age increases, the likelihood of having a caesarean after an induction of labour also tends to rise. Women from ethnic minority backgrounds who give birth at or beyond 41 weeks may also face a higher chance of caesarean birth
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After induced labour
If you had a vaginal birth: Depending on what happened during your induction e.g. If you had an instrumental birth or an epidural, your hospital stay, and recovery may be longer. Your chances of breastfeeding by discharge are like those who spontaneously labour.
If you had a caesarean birth click here
Satisfaction with birth experience:
Experiences of induction vary, with some women and birthing people reporting positive experiences and others reporting disappointment or dissatisfaction.
These feelings may be influenced by the reasons labour was induced, which often include concerns about the mother’s or baby’s health.
Some women report disappointment at not having a spontaneous vaginal birth.
Your mental health:
Everyone’s induction of labour experience is different – talk to your midwife or GP if you experience any sudden changes in your mood after your birth.