im nearly 41 weeks pregnant my local hospital want to induce me only problem is i,ve had a previous section?

Question

at nearly 41 weeks pregnant my local hospital have arranged for me to be induced. my consultant has already performed a stretch and sweep which has had no affect and the next plan of action is to start induction using prostaglandin gel. the only problem is my last pregnancy resulted in an emergency casearean section because of unsuspected tranverse lie. from the beginning of this pregnancy i have been told that induction would not be performed because the gels used increase the uterine rupture. my consultant (or should i say his side kick because ive never actually seen him) has said they would try one dose of gel and if that doesent work then another section would have to be performed. im absolutely terrified at the thought of what could go wrong and feel like no one has actually asked me my feelings on all that they,ve sugessted. has anyone experienced the same as me and if so what was the outcome. i desperately need some reassurance i feel like a number and not a patiant bloody nhs

Answer 1

I have had four sections. When I was pregnant with my second baby, I mentioned my fears to the doctor and he arranged for me to have another secion. There is an increased risk of rupture but as you are worried about this I would tell your fears to the doctor/midwife. They should listen to you! But yes, we are all numbers to the NHS.

The doctor joked at my examination (before the birth of baby no. four) that they should have put a zip in to make it easier.

I wish you well and I'm sure you and baby will be fine.

Answer 2

You know that medicine is still a practice, right? If you don't feel comfortable, you need to speak up! Don't be afraid! You're a Mom, and a person, and your(and the babys) comfort and safety are the priorities here.It's called bedside manner, and it's part of the job-to listen-answer any Questions or to quell any fears or doubts you may have. But it's your responsibilty to ask, or to verbalize what you're feeling. Ask until you get satisfactory answers. And if you arent comfortable with the response, or the indicated treatment, then say so. They are supposed to accommodate you! What is it that you want? Reassurance that another c-section wont be necessary/or do you want a c-section now/or are you asking for an alternate way of induction? There's no guarantee that the induction willnot end up a c-section, anyway: if I were you, I'd ask for the c-section, now, as opposed to going through the rigors of labor just to possibly be given a c-section anyway.

Answer 3

Don't panic. I had a C-section with my first child (an emergency). Then went on to have 2 natural births, one of which was induced. In all honesty the induced labour was the shortest and easiest i had. Yet i was aware like you that it could increase the chances of another C-section.
Talk to the midwife or Doctor, make them listen, kick up a fuss if you have to but make them listen to what you want, and get them to explain if it's possible or not.
But don't fret too much over the things that can go wrong, easier said than done i know, but you'll just increase the chances of something going wrong.
Just remember they may not have the best bedside manner at times but you are generally in very good hands.
Good luck

Answer 4

There are lots of "suggestions" of kick starting labor, but they won't make it come more than a day sooner, in my opinion. When your body is ready, the baby will come. If you are 41 weeks, why don't you just ask your midwife to induce you. Tell her that you don't want your baby to get so big you have to have a c-section. My midwife induced me at 40 weeks and 5 days. Anyway, if you want to try, I have always heard, sex, nipple stimulation, walking, drinking castor oil (which I personally do not suggest, but it supposedly stimulates your uterus becasue it makes you go to the bathroom and stimulating you bowels).

Answer 5

I'm sorry you're so upset by this situation but do try and calm down - your baby can tell you're anxious and it's not helpful. Unfortunately, doctors and consultants don't always have the best bedside manner in the world, but they are the professionals and they act in the best interests of your baby - sometimes Mum has to come second.

Tell them how you feel and ask to be consulted - you may go into labour spontaneously which will solve all the problems, but if you do need to be induced or require a section, then you need to put your personal feelings last and think about the safety of your baby. The very best of luck and I hope things go the way you want them to. Let us all know please!

Answer 6

if you are not sure about the induction tell them and you can refuse to be seen by the side-kick or ask to see another consultant its your right!!!. and if you are unsure tell them you don't want the gel tell them no and ask for another c-section if that's what you want don't forget its your body your baby!!! good luck the nhs is there for you not the other way round get a second opinion and voice your concerns

Answer 7

Although there is increased risk, it is still low. If it were an issue your midwife would not have considered it.

However it would help if you discussed this with them. Sometimes you can feel as though you are a patient, rather than an active participant. Tell them what you are worried about and what you want to happen.

Althernatives to cream: Strong curry. Speed bumbs. Vigorous bedroom activity.

Answer 8

i was induced at 41 weeks and i must tell u.

i went in on friday at 1pm got a tablet inserted as my cervix was not ripe still nothing at 7pm so another tablet was inserted - now the pain started comming fast and sore- just dialating all night and still no baby - no painkillers nothing. my waters were finally broken by the doctor at 7am saturday and i ahd to have a drip inserted as to bring on my contractions and i fianlly gave birth to a 3.3kg baby girl at 10am on saturday. i did get an epistomy as well to help her come out. i am so tramatised by the whole thing that i am scared to have another child - the doctor said that she would of had to do a ceaser if my daughet was not born within the 5min of her being born as she was so distressed -

Answer 9

have you spoken to your midwife, you must speak to someone about your fears i do feel for you its a very worrying and stressful time, if u talk to the midwife or hospital and tell them am make sure they know you past history then am sure they wont put yours or your babys life at risk.

the very very best of look to you hope all goes well xx