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Labor induction with a synthetic hormone is appropriate in many cases. But some doctors believe too many women are induced with Pitocin for reasons like the doctor's schedule and hospital staffing and this puts newborns and their mothers at unnecessary risk.
When Pitocin is first administered intravenously, it begins a chemical process in the mother's body after about 30 minutes with the first contractions occurring soon after. But how long it takes Pitocin to induce labor varies. It's hard to tell when exactly a mother will go into labor after being induced by Pitocin. There is no set timeframe, just like how it is for spontaneous labor. If you're induced in the hospital, doctors usually keep the mother inpatient the entire day to see if labor begins.
If the hormone does not work and labor still does not begin, the mother may be sent home to try another day. This is wildly frustrating for any woman. If you know your labor is going to be induced, it's a good idea to bring things that will keep your mind occupied. Waiting around for labor to begin can make you feel anxious and nervous, so try to have something to keep you entertained.
Pitocin stimulates the uterine muscles to contract and the force of the contractions will gradually help to dilate the cervix. However, the cervix needs to be at a certain stage of readiness before Pitocin induced contractions can help accelerate dilation. Cervical ripening or preparedness for labor is evaluated based on something called a "Bishop score. If the Bishop score is under 6 doctors will usually administer a cervical ripening agent such as Cervidil or Cytotec to help soften and ripen the cervix.
Once the cervix is sufficiently ripe a Bishop score of 6 or higher regular contractions of the uterus will gradually help push the cervix open to full dilation. Pitocin will help stimulate uterine contractions which can speed up dilation. The rate at which Pitocin helps accelerate dilation depends on the dose. Higher doses of Pitocin will generally stimulate the uterine muscles more, causing more frequent and intense contractions.
The goal is to achieve a pattern of 3 contractions every 10 minutes that last around seconds. The cervix should be dilating at a rate of 1 cm per hour, and the dose should be reduced once the cervix has dilated to cm. Once you are on Pitocin, you must be strictly monitored and remain in bed. Contractions typically start about 30 minutes after starting Pitocin. This is because of the risk of aspiration in the event that you need an emergency cesarean delivery.
Pitocin-induced contractions might interfere with rest, too, so both you and the baby can get tired out. Mental and emotional frustration can have an impact on labor, too. We know an induction can sound scary, and understanding exactly what it involves is key.
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