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The sash hopscotch is a tool you can use during your induction and labour. It is simple to use and means that every 20 minutes you get to try something new. That could be taking a shower, getting down on all four's or having a cuddle!

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What positions are best for giving birth? | NHS

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Tips for mobilising around the hospital.

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This leaflet is for you to begin to explore and learn about your options for around induction of labour.

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Induction of labour leaflet _ April 2026

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Welcome - listen to this short Audio about your induction toolkit.

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Welcome - listen to this short Audio about your induction toolkit.

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A real life positive induction and birth story from a woman who was induced at SaSH.

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Top tips on the best ways to rest whilst on Rusper Ward.

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Audio - positive induction story 1

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Options for pain relief during induction and early labour.

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Options for pain relief during induction and early labour.

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This Information card looks at the risks and benefits of different pain relief options available to you during your induction and early labour.

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This document includes different biomechanic movements that can be used during your Induction of Labour.

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What happens in early labour. This video is structured around people who are labouring at home, however the principles are the same.

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Watch this short video on positions that you may want to use in the early or later stages of your labour.

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Movement & Breathing for labour and birth.

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Movement & Breathing for labour and birth.

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Breathing Exercises and Movement in labour

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2 births! 2 positive inductions at SaSH! :)

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Audio - positive induction story 2

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Positive Induction at SaSH for complications in pregnancy.

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These positions can help you to stay active during your birth.

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This checklist is designed to make sure you have had all the information that you need in order to make an informed decision about your induction.

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When packing your bags in preparation for an induction, you may wish to pack slightly differently. Here is the ultimate induction packing list!

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Using breathing techniques to relax, relieve pain and feel in control.

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Using breathing techniques to relax, relieve pain and feel in control.

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Antenatal breathing and relaxation for labour

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Antenatal breathing and relaxation for labour

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Antenatal Breathing and Relaxation for Labour

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Informed decision making & positive induction at SaSH

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A real life, positive induction and birth story from a woman who had an induction at SaSH.

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Feeling on edge or anxious. Pop in your earbuds, and listen to this gentle relaxation.

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Radiant Calm | Candlelit Spa Ambience & Deep Relaxation Music for Sleep, Massage, and Focus

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Make your way through a relaxing woodland scene

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Make your way through a relaxing woodland scene

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We know that the sounds of nature can help us to relax. If you need some extra relaxation, pop some earbuds in, and watch this relaxing journey through the forest.

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Forest In 4K - The Healing Power Of Nature Sounds | Forest Sounds | Scenic Relaxation Film

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Breathing technique for relaxation during induction and early labour

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Breathing and visualisation for relaxation during induction and early labour.

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Body Scan relaxation tool.

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This document contains top tips from women who have previously had an induction of labour with us at Sash!

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Antenatal Colostrum Harvesting Leaflet

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Meet Amy, one of our midwives who is here to walk you through what to expect when you arrive on Rusper Ward for your induction.

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A guided imagery relaxation to the beach. To help you relax and unwind.

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A guided imagery through the woodlands. Designed to help you escape to a place of serene relaxation.

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This information is for partners and birth partners who may be attending Rusper Ward.

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Here is some wonderful relaxation audios to use whilst you are having your induction.

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Rest and Relaxation Audio Archives - Sussex LMNS

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If you have not already started doing perineal massage, it might be something you wish to consider starting prior to your induction.

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When to start and how to do perineal massage

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Gestational Diabetes induction and labour checklist

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Gestational Diabetes induction and labour checklist

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What to pack if you are being induced for gestational diabetes.

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A tool to help you through your induction and labour process.

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A visual birthing tool designed to aid you in an active birth.

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Top tips for creating a relaxing space when you are admitted on to Rusper Ward.

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Gentle movement for supporting your induction and labour

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Gentle movement for supporting your induction and labour

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Tips on gentle movement to help your baby move into an optimal position for birth.

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Some women may be invited for an outpatient induction this information is for you.

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We hope that you have found this toolkit useful. In order for us to continue improving it, we would love for you to fill out a short feedback form. Please scan the QR code or ask a member of staff to help you.

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We would like to learn more about your experience as a patient at East Surrey hospital and would be grateful if you could complete our anonymous patient satisfaction survey.

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A sweep may be offered to you in the community or in the hospital prior to induction of labour. Watch this short video that explains what you can expect from a sweep.

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An ARM is the releasing of your waters, also known as Artificial Rupture of Membranes. You may be offered an ARM during your induction process. Watch this short video to find out more about releasing the waters.

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What is an artificial rupture of membranes?

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There are different ways to monitor your baby's heartbeat depending on your method of induction. Watch this short video which covers some of the ways we can monitor your baby's heartbeat and what we are looking for.

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How do you monitor my baby’s heartbeat in labour?

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During early labour, you might want to start considering your pain relief options. This short video gives a recap on pain relief options. Please ask your midwife for more information or a pain relief card.

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A short video on how to hand express colostrum and what you might expect.

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BRAIN is a tool that we use to help you make informed decisions about your care and your birth.

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BRAIN - helping you to make decisions about your care