Induce at week 39 or 40

This is my second pregnancy. My first was a natural labour without induction(baby came around week 39 + 2days). My gynae mentioned that if there are no signs of labour this week, he would recommend induction. At my last appointment, he checked and said my cervix is still closed. I’m feeling quite worried about the risks involved. Has anyone had a second pregnancy where they were successfully induced even though the cervix was still closed?

Vô danh

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I had 2 pregnancies, first was natural, second I got induced at 39+ even though cervix still closed. I was worried too, but my gynae did cervical ripening first, then started labour. Took some time (almost a day), but I still delivered vaginally, no issues. From what I understand, quite common for second pregnancy to need a bit of “help” even if first was smooth. If your gynae recommends it, usually means it’s considered safe. Maybe just check what method they’ll use and how long they’ll wait. I felt the same anxiety before, but turned out okay for me.

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