So today we went to the doctor. I tried to move things along to keep up my end of the deal with the doctor (so that she would induce on Thursday the 8th) and I have been walking and walking and walking with my mom and it didn't even do any good! I am exactly the same as last week. Our doctor told us we could choose between being induced Thursday the 8th and Tuesday the 13th, as well as the possibility of going into labor sometime in between. She said that the baby's head isn't yet engaged, and the possibility of ending up having a c-section is about 50/50. Those chances may or may not be better if we wait the extra 5 days to the 13th. I guess the thinking is that if we wait, the head may engage on its own, lowering the chances of a c-section. But, if the head is too big to engage, it won't, and we will end up with a c-section anyway. We are still trying to decide what to do, and if it is worth it to wait the extra days just in case or if it will just be a waste of time. We have to call and let the doctor know tomorrow what we have decided. We are on both schedules as it stands right now so we just need to pick.
Any thoughts??
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Personally Bri, I'd try everything I could to do a vaginal birth. I had an emergency C-section and honestly, it gave me the baby blues and a little bit of postpartum depression. I didn't feel like I was a good enough mom because ... well, it's hard to explain. I felt like I didn't give birth. Like she was just there- I didn't do anything. I mean, yes, I had contractions and I was so ready to push but because her foot was on it's way out rather than her head, I had the c-section. I wish I could have had a vaginal birth so much. I will always wonder what that's like- because I can't give birth vaginally due to having a misshapen uterus. The doctor thinks the next baby will not be able to turn head down.
Oh gosh- wrote too much. But I'd say do everything you can to deliver vaginally. Then again, the way I felt, if you have a c-section you may not feel. But I will always be envious of vaginal births and always curious. :)
I've heard that squats work- and spicy food (but I don't believe that one. heh) and sex and walking (which you've tried). Good luck! Oh and did I already mention the foot rub thing? Along the arch and heel? Try that. Good luck dear!
I know it's different for everyone, but the morning of the 26th I was 0 cm dilated and 0% effaced. By 5:30 that evening I was 6cm and 80%. 1/2 hour later I was a 10 and 100%. It happened SO fast, and I hope it does for you too. Can't wait to see her pictures soon!
At first I really, really wanted a c-section. There was no reason other than I was scared to tear all the way through (as a few of my friends did). I figured that stitches across my tummy would be a better option than stitches, well, you know. I'm often found opting for the easy way out...
Anyways, I was only in labor for 6 hours, but that was after a month of being 80% effaced and dilated to a 3. And after taking castor oil the day before.
My sister in law, however, doesn't go into labor on her own and stays at 70% and a 4 until they induce her.
Also, I had postpartum depression/baby blues and I had my baby the way I wanted to... I think that some of us just end up with postpartum no matter what happens during labor and delivery. That's not to lessen Emily's experience, but just a heads up. :)
Anyways, pray about it and do what feels right. I've never been wrong when I've trusted my "mommy instincts"
I think the 5 extra days might be worth the wait. I have seen the difference in C-sections and vaginals and the Vaginals have an easier time. I know you want her here, but maybe she will come. Parker didn't drop at all until right before I had him because he had a short cord. It's a tough decision.
Let me just say that I understand what the comments the first person made. However, if you are going to have to do a c-section anyway, it would be SOOO much easier to plan than to be in labor and push for so long and THEN going in for a c-section. That's what happened with me, and it was like I got hit by a mad truck. But whatever you and your doctor decides, I hope everything goes well and smoothly. I hope that what happened with me doesn't have to happen for you. Good luck! And congratulations!
I also agree with another girl said though about vaginal births being much easier to recover from. Many people have told me that, and being close to delivering both ways, I could probably say that that is true.
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