Hi Im 41 and a half weeks pregnant and I was just wondering if I should allow my Dr. to induce me or since due dates are simply determined by last menstration and ultra sound, should I let the baby come out on his own when he is good and ready. Really, I dont want to have a failed induction and be forced into a C-section. This is my first pregnancy and times a running out, If the baby isnt born before monday morning I will need to go to labor and delivery check myself in and then have the induction talk AGHHH what should I do? I dont want to rush the baby especially if my dates are just a couple weeks off and he isnt late at all.
If you have yet to deliver, take heart. By week 41, fetal development is complete and many doctors will induce labor to ensure that your baby is safe�-and that you don't go crazy! In this last video, let us congratulate you on finishing yo
If you’re still pregnant, you’re probably excited just to have your baby already! Relax. There’s a very good chance that you’ll go into labor at any time in a natural way during this, your 41st week. If you don’t, your practitioner may talk to you about inducing labor. Although about 5% of pregnancies extend three or more weeks past the due date, most doctors won’t let pregnancies last this long. That’s because a prolonged post-dates pregnancy and labor can lead to an increased risk for complications for both mother and baby. Babies born a bit later may have dry, almost parchment-like skin and may be quite overweight. In fact, even now at your 41st week, your baby is 20 inches long and about eight pounds in weight. He’s a big boy—or she’s a big girl—and that baby is very, very ready to meet you!
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Hi Im 41 and a half weeks pregnant and I was just wondering if I should allow my Dr. to induce me or since due dates are simply determined by last menstration and ultra sound, should I let the baby come out on his own when he is good and ready. Really, I dont want to have a failed induction and be forced into a C-section. This is my first pregnancy and times a running out, If the baby isnt born before monday morning I will need to go to labor and delivery check myself in and then have the induction talk AGHHH what should I do? I dont want to rush the baby especially if my dates are just a couple weeks off and he isnt late at all.
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