can you be enduced at 35 weeks if you are really depressed will your doctor do it ????

Question

i have had 3 people in my family die in the past 6 months and being pregnant and i gained alot of weight i just can't do it any more what should i do

Answer 1

You only have 5 more weeks. You made it this far. You can do it !!!

Answer 2

I don't think any doctor would induce you at 35 weeks the baby isn't mature enough, I had my daughter naturally at 36 weeks and there was a big fuss about how she was early, The doctor won't induce you without good reason as in the health of your baby, Even when you elected to go for a C section its not until 38 weeks if a baby is born before 37 weeks its classed as Premature and no doctor would risk that without a really good reason and I don't think depression is a good reason. Sorry its not the news you wanted to hear but with all the bad that's happened this year to you your having a baby that's a wonderful new beginning, a new life, Don't rush the entry to the world as the time and date is important for the life the baby will have.

Answer 3

you need to go see a doctor and therapist and get these issues and depression under control now! Having a baby makes ALOT of people have the "baby blues" which then can turn into a depression. The HIGH of having the baby is over fairly quick and the adjustment is hard and the baby adds another element of stress. I would use the next 5 weeks to get the depression you are currently suffering from under control and work some of your grief issues out before the baby is born. this way you can enjoy and start your transition into motherhood more smoothly!

trust me i have been there being pregnant even at the end is 100 times easier than having and raising the baby!

good luck, god bess and wishing you a happy and healthy little baby and delivery!

Answer 4

It can be unsafe to have a baby at 35 weeks...the baby is not fully ready until 37 weeks and due dates can be off by 3 weeks so for all you know you may only be 32 weeks along. The baby can survive but could have to be in the hospital for a while before you can bring him home. They may admitt you for supervision. Being depressed or having too much stress is not good. And if you are so depressed now you may get hit hard with post pardum depression. Which could be a danger to you and the baby. Consider finding someone to stay with that can monitor you all day and night.

Answer 5

I'm so sorry for the losses in your family. I know how very devastating it is.

Have you already looked on-line or in books to see what development happens past 35 weeks? Certainly babies have been born much longer and lived. Find out what your baby will be growing in those weeks and then ask your doctor how early you could safely induce.

Do remember that when you get your baby, your work load will be incredible and your sleep deprived, meaning you will be more stressed. Will it help to have the baby now, or can you get better prepared emotionally with the baby still inside, and by taking steps to help yourself?


Certainly, nursing your child will produce a hormone in you that will lift your spirits and help you feel nurturing. Nursing also means you will have drastically less work, with no cleaning bottles, mixing, storing, etc. Your baby can sleep with you or curl up with you and eat anywhere, anytime. You will have the freedom that can keep your stress down.

Answer 6

A very wise man once told me, everyone dies. Daddys Mommies sisters brothers grandparents. it's sad, but you cannot change it. I'm so sorry for your loss. I was also told that until you're 40th week your baby can't be induced. if you were to be induced now the baby would be low birth weight , it may struggle to breathe, have asthma, it may not have a fully functional body, which includes all parts, kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, brain, everything. you need to carry the baby as long as you can to avoid any problems with any of the things I've mentioned, and then some. Get some rest, and take care.

Answer 7

Doctors try not induce until 36 weeks. Then he will induce if she has a medical problem. If you are just depressed he probably won't do anything. You may possibly be put on medication... If you want to chat email me. I'm 40 weeks pregnant and have been ready for a while. I'd love to chat with someone who is going through the same thing.

Answer 8

sorry to hear of your loss! however, please think of the baby. I am sure the doctor would not object as most love to schedule deliveries instead of wait for them, but think of what it could do in the long run. My son was born 3 weeks early, the other son was full term....trust me...there is a difference!

Things will get better, I promise. Wait until that baby decides to come. You really don't have that much longer. Give the natural way a chance. If you need to talk, I'm so there for you!

Answer 9

I know how hard it is to be pregnant, as well as to lose someone when you are pregnant, but trust me you want to go at least three more weeks, if you don't, your baby might not make it, or would be at increased risk for heath problems, as well as at an increased risk for SIDS. Your doctor probably will not induce you, but you should tell him or her exactly what you are going through. It sounds like you are depressed, and you will need some help to get through all of this, and there is no shame in that. If you need someone to talk to you may e-mail me.

Answer 10

Talk to your doctor about the depression. You should really try to hold on, it is not recommended to induce before 38 weeks because it could lead to problems with the babies lungs. Make sure your doctor knows that you are depressed! It will be very important during labor and after the birth...don't feel ashamed to ask for help! Your life and your babies may depend on it.

Answer 11

no, do not do it. The stress of having a premature baby in the hospital hooked up to tubes and monitors is alot more stressful than being pregnant for the next 3-5 weeks. Talk to a therapist instead