Okay - so we had our doctor's appointment today at 3:10. They were running really behind, so we didn't actually get out of there until almost 5. We also had an unscheduled non-stress test done to make sure baby was still doing okay. (Everything looked great!) My appointment went well. My cervix is definitely making changes, much lower, softer, and thinner, but still not dilating more than a centimeter. That's when he started talked induction. So we're scheduled to be induced on Friday morning at 6 a.m. It's not my ideal situation, but I feel it's the best. If you look at the statistics, the number of stillborn deaths (something nobody likes to think about) jumps by more than double at 42 weeks, and then double again at 43 weeks. I will be being induced at 41 weeks 1 day. So I'm comfortable with it, though I know for many it can be a very personal and controversial decision. The other "controversy" is always what to get induced with. Pitocin is the drug most people know about, but another widely used drug is Cytotec. This drug is not approved by the FDA for induction, and comes with warnings regarding its off-label use. This is the drug my doctor uses and after doing LOTS of research, I am comfortable with it. Again, to those reading this who are familiar you know the heated debates surrounding the use of this drug. It's again one of those things that I just feel is personal and I'm comfortable with it.
So that's the story! I am finding myself in a mix of emotions - from wanting to cry that this is almost over to being terrified. I still very well may go into labor by myself before Friday and that would be great too! It is just emotionally refreshing to have an end in sight. :)
Thanks for all the support and concern - I truly appreciate it.
TTFN! :)
p.s. I took a "last" belly picture to post, but really the stretch marks have gotten out of control and I couldn't post it! It's pretty bad...you really don't want to see it. :)
4 comments:
We're thinking of you both and praying that your little baby comes soon! Hopefully he'll be ready before Friday, but if not, I'll be sending good thoughts your way on Friday morning. Everything will be just fine... wish I could be with you to give you a big hug right now!! Love Steph
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with each of you. We will be waiting to hear if anything happens before Fri or baby news sometime on Fri. We trust you have done the research on the drugs for induction and all. God's blessings on each of you Love you all D&D
Chris and I can't wait to meet your little boy. I know that you will do a great job in the delivery - whether or not you need to be induced. You have taken great care of yourself throughout the pregnancy - and it will all pay off when you meet your son. Don't worry about anything - the nurses, doctors, and most importantly GOD have everything under control. We'll see you soon. Love, Julie (Chris and Lauren)
PS Lauren has been practicing putting sunscreen on her baby - so if your baby should need any sun protection - we'll be prepared!!
I could hardly wait to get to my computer this morning and see the latest Marquardt news! I'll be praying that you'll both have many positive memories of the labor and delivery process. Can't wait to hear the next update! Can you believe you'll likely be holding a little one in your arms by then?!? What a blessing! Indescribable, really.
Many blessings to you,
Amanda (and Annika)
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