I will be 37 weeks pregnant on Wednesday, well my husband is in the Army and has to leave for Alaska on October 31st and I will not see him again till I move up there with him. He has been my coach and my everything throughout this pregnancy and I would really like for him to be there... but thats not all. Starting November 3rd my parents will be on trips for the rest of the month so I will have no one to help me if I go into labor, I will pretty much be alone. Now how would I go about asking to be induced? I just moved back home so this Thursday will be my first appointment with this doctor. I am 60% effaced and dialated 1cm.
2006-10-21 16:30:40 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Just be straight forward with your doctor. Explain the situation and why it is so important to you to be induced. Most doctors are very understanding about personal situations. I had my first induced two weeks early so my coach could be there. However with any type of induction there are higher risks of problems and the need for a c section. Be prepared for the doctor to tell you all the risks. But overall I bet he will understand and do what he can to help you out. Doctors seem to understand how important a good support system is when pregnant and during labor.
2006-10-21 16:37:21 · answer #1 · answered by Erin B 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You and your doctor will have to review your history as well as your present circumstances. I would explain your situation to this new doctor and see what you can work out. Remember though that each baby has their own timeline, the 40 week due date is simply an estimate. Inducing your child before they are ready could cause problems and because of these risks your doctor may suggest that you wait regardless of outside factors such as your husband's leave and your parent's vacation schedule. Also, after your baby is born you'll need a lot of love and support. Those first few weeks are tough and if your parents and your husband are going to be away it might be a good idea to arrange for another relative or friend to help you out. Good luck and congratulations!
2006-10-21 16:39:27 · answer #2 · answered by draper85192 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just ask..However, the 38 week is very important and your Dr may not want to induce you until that time. It will depend on your DR. share with him/her what you have just shared.
The last 2 weeks are the most important for a the baby that has developed healthy.
Good luck and understand where you are coming from. I'm pregnant to and wouldn't know what to do if my husband wasn't there during the delivery.
2006-10-21 16:35:18 · answer #3 · answered by Sunshinz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
explain the situation to your dr. Some drs are ok with inducing at 37 or 37 1/2 weeks.
2006-10-21 16:34:29 · answer #4 · answered by misskenjr 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ive been induced and it doesnt mean u will have problems with giving birth.. I had my baby in 10hours after being induced (natural birth). Like what nearly everyone else has said, explain to your Dr the situation and who knows they might work something out. You never know unless you ask. Good luck with it all anyways :)
2006-10-21 17:42:29 · answer #5 · answered by synnie69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just come right out and ask!!! It sounds like your cervix is ripened enough, or close enough to be good for an induction. Explain your situation, and just straight out ask them. Don't get your hopes up too high though. A lot of OB's are very strict about inductions, and especially inductions prior to 38 weeks. Good luck!
2006-10-21 16:37:10 · answer #6 · answered by twopeas03 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Explain the situation to your doc...he will be able to ensure the health of your unborn baby and will be able to determine whether or not the baby is ready for life outside of the womb...I'm sure that as long as the baby is fully mature the doc shouldn't have any problem inducing you so that your husband can be with you.
2006-10-21 16:43:11 · answer #7 · answered by "Urban" 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if your doc says its ok. My doc doesnt like inducing. But if your in pain maybe its best for u. I am 38 weeks 4 days and i want out, but im going to wait til my angel is ready :) good luck and sorry your in pain!
2016-03-18 22:42:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no way the doctor can tell if the baby is truly ready to be born, and premature babies have more health issues and cry more. Also, if the baby is not fully grown, the birth will be harder and you'll be more likely to have interventions (although you will anyway just from being induced.) Look up risks of induction.
2006-10-21 16:52:06 · answer #9 · answered by blueviolet 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm sorry honey, but you DON'T. You don't put the health of your baby at risk just so you can be emotionally comforted by the presense of others. I understand that your husband truly wishes to be there and it will be scary to go through this with only friends for support, but there are reasons that you haven't gone into labor yet. Your baby hasn't finished developing yet. Yes most babies born early are fine, but how would you feel if your baby has some problem that s/he wouldn't have had it you had waited? IF nothing else, wait until the last couple of days to be induced, but odds are your doctor won't take the medical liability for doing this.
During this time your baby is practicing breathing movements and gaining fat to help him stay warm after birth.
Maybe your husband could get an extension under the circumstances (probably not though) , but certainly your parents could wait to go on vacation especiallly if it means not having their grandchild induced early.
Good luck and Congrats... Don't worry thing have a way of working themselves out and if nothing else you will have a great guilt trip story to tell you child when s/he becomes a teenager. *wink*
Here is a list of things to help if you are alone:
Remember the Boy Scout motto "Be Prepared"? Unexpected things happen during labor and delivery so try to plan for as many things as possible while keeping in mind that flexibility is important. Try to have all the little details completed beforehand so you can handle the unexpected events. Just what are these little details? How about . . .
hospital registration
routes to the hospital mapped out and have more than one route in case a road is blocked for whatever reason
know where the entrances to the hospital and the parking lots are located
lists of phone numbers written out - you might forget an important person or even their number when you're excited/nervous, etc
roll of change for the pay telephone or a battery charger/electric cord for your cell phone (but check with the hospital to see if they'll allow you to use a cell phone inside the hospital - most will not!)
mom's hospital bag and whatever infant carseat IN THE CAR ready to go
arrange for who will care for any older children if they aren't attending the birth
have the camera, video recorder, etc in the car
YIKES! All of those last minute details! Be prepared!
2006-10-21 16:41:54 · answer #10 · answered by Kate 2 · 3⤊ 5⤋