Do you think it's right that he is...?

Question

I am 36 weeks along in my pregnancy. So far, I've had a great pregnancy. Well, when I go to my ob check ups, I'm not told about anything. Such as, how my baby is doing, how "big" he could be, if he is in the right position (head down or breech), my blood pressure, tests that I have had to take, to see if I'm effacing fine or even near dialation (since this is my second, we 2 timers mostly efface sooner than dialate) or anything. I mean, I ask him all the time, and all he tells me is everything is fine. He doesn't explain or anything! What should I/could I do? I'd really like to find out about my pregnancy. Also, I'm measure much smaller than other women at 36 weeks. I'm supposed to measure up with how many weeks pregnant I am, but I don't. So that's another reason I worry about my baby. I had the measure problem with my first, and my docter I had than made an ultrasound appointment. Please tell me what I can do.

I am unable to change my physician because of the insurance that I have. I have military insurance and they make sure you have a provider within their limits. I live in a small town, so there aren't any other OBs around.

Answer 1

It may be to late to change doctors seeing as how you're not to far from your due date. Most doctors wont accept patients after 20 weeks unless they haven't been seen by another OB. I would sit down with your current OB and express your concerns to him. Tell him exactly how you feel about how he's going about things and that you are worried. Good luck.

If you can find a doctor that will take you, then switch. I've worked in several offices where they refused to take new patients (that had switched from other doctors) so late in the pregnancy. If not do what I mentioned above.

Answer 2

OMG... Do we have the same OBGYN?????????? I am 2 days short of 36 weeks and I have been seeing the OB the whole time I have been pregnant. 2 weeks ago I saw the midwife and she sat down and talk to me and my husband and shared her story of when she gave birth to her first (7 months ago). She seemed very interested and actually told us about what changes we were going through and made it more comfortable for me to ask questions. Nothing bad against the doctor or anything but my pregnancy has been perfect so far and I feel as if the midwife is the right choice for me, even though I am so far along. I read up on the differences in the baby being delivered by the OB and the Midwife and I am highly considering changing to her in the next 2 weeks if possible. I am planning to go natural (but not leaving out the options of pain relief) and I am going to breastfeed, this is my first and I honestly feel as if I should have had the midwife the whole time. Is there another doctor you can switch to or a midwife? I drive 35 miles for my doctor to say Hi to me basically then I drive back home. I don't have any concerns but if I did I would definatly switch doctors. Good Luck and I hope everything works out.

Answer 3

Well that happened to me also, but I changed my obgyn when I was about 18 weeks. I don't know if you'd feel comfortable with another physician when you have about one more month to go. I don't think u should worry about the baby. I think that if there was something wrong the doctor would've already told you.That is his responsibility. Or, I don't know if u already did this,but u could just tell him how u feel. If that doesn't work,DEMAND an explanation! Good luck, I wish u the best!!

Answer 4

You CAN change physicians even in the military (been there done that) You go to the Champus office at your base and tell them that you can't get your doctor to explain anything to you, that you do not have any confidence in him as a health provider. However considering you're so far along they probably won't do anything other than as why you didn't bring this to their attention sooner.

Answer 5

You should be getting answers about your baby's health from your OBGYN doc. One way to get answers is by seeing him with some information in hand: print an emedicine article about "oligohydramnios" and tell him that you are worried that this may be a reason why your baby's gestational age doesn't correlate with your pubic symphysis-uterus fundus measurements. Tell him that this discrepancy also occurred in your previous pregnancy and an ultrasound was carried out. Talk in a calm, measured voice, and try not to sound like you are overly anxious. Your doctor hopefully will be jolted into critically thinking about your baby's condition and explain his approach to you.

Good luck.

Answer 6

Honestly if you don't feel comfortable with your ob maybe you should fine another one. Explain to your ob how you feel and all of your concerns. You have the right to a second opinion. Always put your baby ahead of anything.

Answer 7

If the doctor won't answer your questions, you could call and ask a nurse to check your chart and give you the information. Or, you could get obstinate and tell the doctor you are not leaving his office until he tells you the information you are asking for - you have a right to know.

Answer 8

I went through the same thing. I talked to people and switched doctors. It's never to late and your baby and you are important and if a doc don't want to help he is no good then. Now i have a wonderful doc that takes his time and anwsers all my questions.

Answer 9

above and beyond the oath that doctors take to provide care to their patients, it is always a mother's job to put their kids first, YOU have to step up and get the care you and your baby deserve. if you don't stick up for your unborn child who will... If you are seriously concerned about the health of your baby, i would seek a second opinion. It is your baby not your doctors....

Answer 10

I think you need to talk to your ob and let him know how you are feeling. This is your body and your baby and you should know everything that you want to about it. He sounds pretty imcompetent to me. Otherwise, is there anyone above him that you could voice your complaints to? Like his boss or director or whatever they are called?