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Innovative ‘induction of labour’ sessions launched at Newham Hospital  

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From 9 August 2021, the maternity team at Newham Hospital will be offering a weekly ‘induction of labour’ drop-in session for expectant mothers due to give birth there.  

The idea to hold the sessions came about after feedback from women who gave birth at the hospital during 2021 showed they often felt unprepared and apprehensive when it came to being induced.  

The induction of labour process can vary in length from 1 day to 5 days and can be an anxious time for women and their families. These innovative new sessions aim to reduce this anxiety in expectant mothers, by informing them beforehand about the process. 

They will give women an opportunity to find out what the process involves (how it’s done, how long it can last etc.), what to expect if it happens and offer advice on making arrangements with their medical team to make the process as comfortable as possible, so they feel better prepared should they be induced.  

Data from June 2021 showed that more than 30% of women who gave birth at Newham Hospital were induced. Some of the feedback from these mothers following their experience of being induced shows the need for such sessions.   

One mother explained: “I didn’t realise how little I knew about the induction process until it became my only option. I wish I had done more research!”. While another stated: “The most difficult thing for me was now realising quite how long the process would take.” 

Ms Mehreen Mirza, consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology and labour ward lead for Newham Hospital, explained: "By holding these, weekly drop-in sessions, we hope to empower women with knowledge earlier, to help them achieve the best possible birth experience.” 

Shona Solly, consultant midwife at Newham Hospital, added: “As we care for and support a diverse group of expectant mothers at Newham Hospital, we will also be looking to, where possible, explain the induction of labour process to women in their mother tongue. Opening up communication on this topic is vital for helping women feel confident about what to expect throughout their pregnancy and labour.” 

The induction of labour virtual sessions will be held every Wednesday at 10am-11am on Zoom. The same basic information will be covered each week. To take part in a session, please email us. 

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  1. Purvi Wednesday, 6 September 2023 at 11:19 PM

    Do you have any recorded session or Zoom class for 7th Sep? I am going to be induced on Friday, 8th Sep. I need more information if possible before that.

  2. Neha Monday, 11 December 2023 at 10:58 PM

    Hey I wanna book induction of labour sessions.thanks

  3. Neha Monday, 11 December 2023 at 11:02 PM

    Hey I wanna book induction of labour sessions.I’m going to be included on Monday 18 Dec . I need more information about it before that ,thanks

  4. Barya patel Thursday, 8 February 2024 at 10:47 PM

    I'm 35+4 days pregnant I'm patent in newhum hospital, they had told me they gona induced me in 37 week, I wanted to know the detail.

  5. Yuwarani Friday, 22 March 2024 at 01:02 PM

    I would like to join the class

  6. Lalithaa Tuesday, 14 May 2024 at 11:28 AM

    Looking forward to know more about induction

  7. Leaona Monday, 22 July 2024 at 03:06 PM

    Kindly include me in a session. EDD 27/09/24. Thank you.

  8. Elizabeth Tuesday, 17 September 2024 at 08:06 AM

    Could I book a sessions for the 9th October

  9. Elizabeth Tuesday, 24 September 2024 at 09:27 AM

    Hi do you have class for 9th October
    I will be getting induced between 11th -18th

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