Well, I took the plunge last Friday when talking to the OB and requested a Monday (Sept. 26) induction date. I learned Monday afternoon that I'm #2 on the waiting list which, according to the scheduler, means I'm almost definitely going to go that day. That is, of course, if babygirl doesn't decide to come before Sunday, her due date. I'll get the final word about the induction schedule (and instructions) on Friday afternoon.
We ultimately decided that we just didn't want to push our luck. Even though yesterday's NST/AFI says baby and amniotic fluid are perfect and I'm still not feeling that's she 'dropped' (nor have I been really able to identify any contractions - even though I apparently had one while on the monitor yesterday afternoon), we just didn't want to look back in regret (or get into an emergency situation with the placenta starting to give out.)
I realize this means induction most likely and that means longer labor and maybe a c-section but I'm ok with that. I still hope she decides on her own to start her way out by Sunday, but I'm also kind of happy to know the 'end date' of this pregnancy.
I was only a finger tip dilated last Friday and while 2 weeks ago one of the OB's said I was 50% thinned/effaced, the OB this past Friday said my cervix was fairly long still. So......we'll see what this Friday's OB appointment holds. But, regardless, unless I don't make it onto the schedule, I'll be going in Sunday night to the hospital so they can place the prostaglandin near my cervix and then I'll be induced on Monday morning. Hopefully, I'll be able to get some sleep in the hospital (if I don't start contracting and if it's not too noisy).
Meanwhile, I'm feeling a bit more pressure every time I stand up on the underbelly (the part I can't see anymore!) and the occasional twinge down through my groin so maybe she is starting to move down?
But I've managed to walk the last two afternoons and intend to get out with the dog this morning before it rains this afternoon (again!)
Oh and, can I say this? I never thought I'd still be enjoying what my RE always called 'marital relations' with the husband this late in pregnancy, but Mr.Right came home early last night and it was marvelous (blush!) It's supposed to help induce labor, right?!? :-)
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Well, I hope you don't have to get induced, but the big picture perspective is that you want to make sure the baby is OK. I didn't have ANY contractions prior to when I went into labor (with the exception of Braxton Hicks) and was only 1 cm dilated after 10 hours of labor...so you don't necessarily need to be effacing or dilating prior to labor starting. And, as for marital relations....we had it the night I went into labor...and then not again until my son was 6 months old (many birth-related issues). HOpefully it will help you along!
ReplyDeleteOh how exciting that baby girl is almost here!!! I'm so happy for you. I really hope you go into labor by yourself, and don't have to get induced, but whatever happens, it will be fine! I love your attitude - it's mine too!
ReplyDeleteHope the marital relations help!!!
YEah! So close. I was induced one time and then had a planned c-section the second. Both were fine. It's only one day and when you are done you get a baby... Yeah yeah! Good luck mama
ReplyDeleteOh Good luck!! i had an induction! it wasn't all that bad and i didnt wind up in a c section. (but i did get an epidural...because pitocin contractions are evil lol) It was a great experience and nice to have a plan have all my stuff together and ready , car seat in...you know...without the frantic mad dash to the hospital with amniotic fluid gushing out...(although i'm kind of hoping to have a spontaneous birth one day) Rambling aside, i think an induction is a nice birth experience.
ReplyDeleteI have to wonder if because your so physically fit if that doesnt lesson the pains associated with contractions? Another one of your commenters, who I presume is a runner, didnt experience any either....interesting.
ReplyDeleteRegardless, I hope she comes by her due date and she makes a peaceful grand entrance into this world. I am so excited for you, nearly giddy!
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SO so soon! I think you may be just get things moving a little sooner with marital realtions still going strong eheh, it was the same for me, I really was all for it in the end!
ReplyDeleteso exciting. wishing you and baby girl so much love and luck!! can't believe she is nearly here.
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