Administered alone, prostaglandin may induce labor or may be used before giving oxytocin. Giving the hormone oxytocin to stimulate contractions. Given continuously through an IV, the drug (Pitocin

) is started in a small dose and then increased until labor is progressing well.

What is the criteria to induce labor?

Your provider may recommend inducing labor if: Your pregnancy lasts longer than 41 to 42 weeks. After 42 weeks, the placenta may not work as well as it did earlier in pregnancy. The placenta grows in your uterus (womb) and supplies your baby with food and oxygen through the umbilical cord.

How can I induce Labour immediately?