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Are doctors alowed to induce if baby is large?
I'm asking this question because at 36 wks the ultrasound said that my little boy was 8lbs 7oz. I had to wait two more weeks to get another one to make sure if he is actually 'big'. Well, I go and have my sonogram at 38 wks and now he is weighing 10 lbs 11oz. My doctor said that they are not allowed to induce before 39 wks due to a large baby. Yet I get concernced for how big he is. The doctor in her own words says, "Your baby isnt big, he's huge!" Now you would think they wouldn't let it get that far because of all the risks. She finally said I could have a scheduled c-section Jan 18th because I will be 39 wks then. Does anyone know if this is true? "Are they really now allowed to induce before 39wks because of a large baby? I am just worrying because my babyboy keeps gaining more and more weight, and I am hoping that it is safe for him to be a 12 + pounder =/
Wow... I'm jealous of three pushes and you were done. I had to have a c-section because my daughter was large (she was only 8lbs 14 oz)... At least too large for me to deliver vaginally. I pushes 4 hours straight with no success.... I'm just saying from someone who went through something similar... C-sections are nice
No, it was 3 sets of pushes, and my epidural didn't work so I felt every agonizing second - WITH back labor, because he was posterior, lol.
But, I recovered immediately, instead of having to recover from major abdominal surgery. C-sections are a WONDERFUL resource, and I would not turn one down if I truly needed it, but I personally think that if you CAN try for a vaginal and you feel comfortable with it (entirely up to the person and every situation is different) then go for it...because you can always have an emergency c-section if need be. That's what c-sections are there for, emergencies!
But there's no doubt about it, there's a longer recovery with c-sections and higher risks of infections and other problems (and this is coming from someone who had such a bad tear with her first delivery that they had to piece me together with medical mesh and I nearly bled to death and needed 2 blood transfusions...so trust me I've been through the wringer when it comes to labor and delivery...my first child wasn't even big - 7lbs 6oz, but she had a huge head, LOL)....so it's a tough decision and not one to be made lightly. However, if someone feels that their is the best option, then that's just how it is - no one can say one is better than the other, just share what we would do, have done, and give support so every woman can make her own decision :-).
But, I recovered immediately, instead of having to recover from major abdominal surgery. C-sections are a WONDERFUL resource, and I would not turn one down if I truly needed it, but I personally think that if you CAN try for a vaginal and you feel comfortable with it (entirely up to the person and every situation is different) then go for it...because you can always have an emergency c-section if need be. That's what c-sections are there for, emergencies!
But there's no doubt about it, there's a longer recovery with c-sections and higher risks of infections and other problems (and this is coming from someone who had such a bad tear with her first delivery that they had to piece me together with medical mesh and I nearly bled to death and needed 2 blood transfusions...so trust me I've been through the wringer when it comes to labor and delivery...my first child wasn't even big - 7lbs 6oz, but she had a huge head, LOL)....so it's a tough decision and not one to be made lightly. However, if someone feels that their is the best option, then that's just how it is - no one can say one is better than the other, just share what we would do, have done, and give support so every woman can make her own decision :-).
On average you are right... Recovery for c-sections are longer. I was blessed and recovered super quick. Btw... My epidural didn't work either and I had horrible back labor too because my daughter was posterior
argh I'm so sorry nothing worse than back-labor! My SIL had a similar delivery to you and ended up with a c-section, but most of it for her was due to exhaustion..her son would've fit eventually she just didn't have the strength to keep pushing, and I can understand why - she was in active for something like 24? hours. On the other hand I have a friend who birthed a 12lber after 6 hours of pushing (good Lord...I know, right?!) and she's a tiny framed girl...but her active was shorter so she had more energy when it came down to the final pushing.
Hi! I just had to weigh in on this question. First I am SO EXCITED for you! Congrats on your baby boy!
Second, to answer your question, they are not supposed to induce you for a large baby, no. ACOG (American College of Gynos) states that macrosomia (large baby) is not a medical reason to induce or for cesarean birth. Women can vaginally deliver large babies safely. The best thing to birth a large baby is to birth in an optimal position. Get off your back and get into a squatting position or on your hands-and-knees.
Sounds a bit primal and maybe even strange but it will open up your pelvis and allow him through. Cesarean births have been normalized in our culture and are touted as being safe. They're not. It's major abdominal surgery that carries very high risk and shouldn't be taken lightly.
Weigh the pros and cons. Ultimately it is YOUR choice and what you are comfortable doing. Glad you found MedHelp and if you have any other questions shoot me a message! I have tons of resources, one of which is www.unnecessarean.com
Second, to answer your question, they are not supposed to induce you for a large baby, no. ACOG (American College of Gynos) states that macrosomia (large baby) is not a medical reason to induce or for cesarean birth. Women can vaginally deliver large babies safely. The best thing to birth a large baby is to birth in an optimal position. Get off your back and get into a squatting position or on your hands-and-knees.
Sounds a bit primal and maybe even strange but it will open up your pelvis and allow him through. Cesarean births have been normalized in our culture and are touted as being safe. They're not. It's major abdominal surgery that carries very high risk and shouldn't be taken lightly.
Weigh the pros and cons. Ultimately it is YOUR choice and what you are comfortable doing. Glad you found MedHelp and if you have any other questions shoot me a message! I have tons of resources, one of which is www.unnecessarean.com
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