Momma B figures she may need a clarification post due to numerous comments in the last week about inducing. It's not just for convienence or discomfort purposes that Momma B wants to be induced. It also is attributed to the fact that on December 11, Little B weighed in at 8 lbs. 4 ounces (plus or minus 8 ounces). Considering that each week that passes, babies gain approximately a half pound, even if he was only in the 7s range a week and a half ago, he's surpassed that by now. Momma B isn't keen on the idea of waiting until after Christmas because he could be a 9.5-10 lber by then. Momma B had problems with Little B's sister's delivery and she was only 7.4. So, to avoid a c-section if possible, Little B will be induced. Also, there's the fact that my placenta was noted as calcified 7 weeks ago due to the second hand smoke I receive from being in client's homes. Having a calcified placenta is reducing the nutrients that I'm able to pass on to Little B.
Momma B realizes that everyone has their own thoughts on induction, but Momma B and Daddy B have weighed out their options and feel that this is a good option for Little B and for them. Hopefully we will have an update on Little B's arrival soon!
I'm so glad that you guys are doing what is best for you and ultimately Little B! Can't wait to meet him!
ReplyDeleteU/S are notoriously inaccurate when it comes to guessing weight (and that is what it is...a guess) and are generally up to 2 lbs off. Also laying on your back is the WORST position a women can push in and why most women have trouble getting out little babies. If they would just get up and into a good position they would have 30% MORE room in their pelvis for baby to get through. True CPD is VERY VERY rare and often just a positional problem. Also if they are not taking into account your bishop's score your risk of c-section goes up 75% if your bishops do not indicate that your body is ready. All in all i dont agree with induction and thankfully will be working only with homebirthers so i wont have to deal with it. But goodluck anyways.
ReplyDeleteI don't know who people are telling you what to do with your baby and your body, but I am glad you did what you had to to get Baby B here safe and sound! You are my friend and I support you in whatever you do :)
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