I looked up some stats. Based on my Bishop score (& internet research), the probability of me having an emergency c-section if I go through with this induction is 45%
Do your seizures present a danger to the fetus? I think that's the only reason I would go ahead with the induction, if I were in your shoes. Otherwise, you can request stress tests to keep an eye on the baby and maybe an ultrasound to keep an eye on fluid levels. Then maybe you and your doctor can reevaluate your Bishop score at 42 weeks and go from there.
If you do decide to go ahead with it on Monday, just know that not all inductions are horror stories. I was induced at 41 weeks exactly for no medical reason (my office just doesn't like to let patients go past 41 weeks, and at the time I didn't care). I had a perfect induction. Went in at 7:30AM, pitocin by 10AM, waters broken at noon, dilated to 10cm by 4:30, baby out by 6:04PM. I don't know what my Bishop score was, just that I was dilated to 3 on arrival and already having some inconsistent, but effective contractions. I realize not all inductions are like mine, but I hope my story eases your fears just a little :)
Good luck with whatever you decide! I hope baby decides to make his/her arrival soon!
If you do decide to go ahead with it on Monday, just know that not all inductions are horror stories. I was induced at 41 weeks exactly for no medical reason (my office just doesn't like to let patients go past 41 weeks, and at the time I didn't care). I had a perfect induction. Went in at 7:30AM, pitocin by 10AM, waters broken at noon, dilated to 10cm by 4:30, baby out by 6:04PM. I don't know what my Bishop score was, just that I was dilated to 3 on arrival and already having some inconsistent, but effective contractions. I realize not all inductions are like mine, but I hope my story eases your fears just a little :)
Good luck with whatever you decide! I hope baby decides to make his/her arrival soon!
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