Advice needed re Induction/Medical Intervention

[Schmickers]

... he also stated that the risk of me having a stillborn once the baby hits 39 weeks is pretty high.

Did he say why this was? I'm not necessarily saying he is wrong, and I udnerstand that with all of the risk factors you would want to be monitored very closely in the lead-up to your due date, but that sounds like a pretty bold, and scary, declaration for him to make.

[onthefly]

I wish it weren't so, but I think Belfie expressed it really well - you know you need the extra care and it's for the best. You still have a little time to get your head around this, so I hope you can get a little clarity in the coming week or two.
It is very scary to hear the Stillbirth 'threat'.

[Mak]

Seachange sorry to hear all the stress you have been under.
I had GD and struggled quite a bit with all the 'what ifs' to toss around in my head. There were so many different view points and all I wanted was to hold my babe safely in my arms. I had extra monitoring from 38 weeks with CTG's every second day. It was reassuring to know that if something was wrong they would pick it up ASAP. Having said that my Obs agreed to let me go to 40 weeks but no longer.
DD2 came at 4 days before induction day and all was well.
Looking forward to reading your BA (hoping that bubs decides to come early on their own).
Take care. xxxxx

[sloane]

seachange, just wanted to pop in and offer some more support & .

i had GD & the doctor offered me an induction at around 37-38 weeks but i negotiated the extra monitoring to take me through to the 40 weeks. i'm not saying you should do this, just that i understand how tough it is to be faced with the thought of not wanting more intervention but having to balance this with potential danger to the baby. i ended up being induced right on 40 weeks but felt i had time to become as well-informed as possible before it happened. i asked questions regarding how long they would let me labour once on the drip/my waters broken & hospital policies on babies of GD mums re-special care etc. i agree with belfie that you have the opportunity to feel more in control because you know what is coming & can prepare yourself.

i'm also looking forward to reading your BA.

[briggsy's girl]

hun, you know i have your back any time. i can see why this has thrown you, and i don't want to add anything to the 'is he right' debate - i think melbel and belfie have been pretty much on track with my understanding - and irrespective of whether the statement by your ob was bold or out of line, given all the issues you've had with anxiety etc through this pregnancy, if trusting in him and having your little man early reduces your anxiety levels, then go with that. the stress you would be putting yourself under to push on with those thoughts in your head might be a bad idea from a maternal health perspective. there are two of you to consider - you are equally important!!!

you know what is likely to happen with special care etc - make your call based on what feels right to you and what will serve you and your boy best

love you hun - and can't wait to hear your BA!

[Lulu]

I think if you are being closely monitored and the placenta is going well, it would be ok to wait a little? Would it be ok not to go with the firm 38 wk date and take it day by day after then?

I think you have a few more options rather than the concrete ones you were given. I'm sorry you were given the stillbirth fright, I'm sure that didn't help your anxiety any xoxoxo