This nursing reflective essay details a midwifery student's experience with a patient, Sandra, undergoing induction of labor (IOL) at 40 weeks. The essay reflects on the importance of informed consent, birth plans, and patient-centered care, particularly in light of the increased risk of stillbirth for Sandra's age. The student discusses the head midwife's evidence-based approach to explaining the need for IOL and how it facilitated Sandra's informed decision-making. The essay evaluates the practice against NICE and RCM guidelines, emphasizing the significance of birth plans in expressing patient preferences. It analyzes the statistical data related to stillbirth and the impact of age and obesity. The student concludes by highlighting the value of the experience in understanding the importance of informed consent and birth plans in creating effective delivery and postnatal care plans.