my first was 3.7kg, augmented labour and a vac assisted birth. my next two were close to 5kg, and 4.5 kg and were natural births without any assistance. They were ready to be born, and i was free to move around, and both these contributed to the easier births.
i would not induce for a 'larger baby' prediction, nor for post dates, without serious indicators that baby or i needed the pregnancy to be hurried up.
Have you found any techniques that work in getting yourself heard, and getting the Ob to explain clearly? I would find that really difficult working with someone who wasn't able to answer my questions. You might find it easier to write your questions and concerns and send them to the Ob prior to your appt, asking for a written response or let him know that is what you would like to discuss at the appointment.
I would want to know risks and benefits of inducing at that time (39 weeks?), and of waiting. What effect will induction have on the blood condition? How may the blood condition affect vaginal birth/assisted birth/c section?
What is the point of the internal in 2 weeks?
I would have come away with a lot of questions, and disappointed that the Ob didn't explain better so that i could make informed decisions.
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