Understanding how women feel about induction and how it shapes their experience

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study uses surveys and interviews to explore women's knowledge, expectations, and satisfaction related to induction of labor. It focuses on those booked for induction at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and aims to identify factors linked to negative or positive birth experiences. The approach analyzes both patient and clinician perspectives to understand communication gaps and experiences throughout the induction process. Findings could highlight areas where education and planning might improve satisfaction and outcomes for women undergoing induction. The study is led by Imperial College London with participation limited to eligible pregnant women and clinicians at the participating sites.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Women:

* All pregnant women who are booked for IOL at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which includes both Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex Hospital.
* The ability to understand and sign a written informed consent form.
* Singleton pregnancy.

Clinicians:

• Working at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which includes both Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex Hospital.

Exclusion Criteria:

Women:

* Under age 18
* Women who do not have sufficient understanding of the English language to provide informed consent or to complete the questionnaires and interviews independently
* Those not meeting the inclusion criteria

Clinicians:

• Those not meeting the inclusion criteria

Where it's running

• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  London, London, United Kingdom Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.