Just left the OB office. I’m now officially 3cm dialated (not much more then last time) but now 90% effaced. She said they can induce me after the 19th. But, as much as it was hard to say, I said I want to hold off as long as I can on inducing. So now we wait more. Ugh.
I also lost 3lbs and my blood pressure was a little high. I think she said 138/80. But they didn’t seem concerned. It’s the first time it’s been high, it’s probably just one of those “let’s monitor it” things.
Next appointment on the 22nd and we will revisit where we are then. But maybe I will go on my own before then. Fingers crossed.
So now the debate is work. Do I go back next week? Or call it quits? I only lasted 2 days last week. I’m exhausted by the end of the day. And as brian pointed out, all the walking and standing probably doesn’t help my ankle in healing. But on the other hand I feel like I should still be able to, and sitting at home won’t help with progression. And I’m bored, but that’s a minor issue. I have a couple days to think on it, so I will.
I agree with you…I would want it to happen naturally if possible! Hand in there….I'm so excited for you!!!
I agree with you also. Stick it out as long as you can. Induction is a long and unnecessary process and things tend to go more smoothly when you just let them happen. I’m glad that your OB isn’t pushing the issue and giving you choices. 😀
If it were me… I would try to go back to work. Maybe the boss will give you cake work so you aren’t standing so much BUT… on the other hand, the standing and walking will help things progress…. Kinda tricky with a bum ankle though. Maternity leave goes by way too quickly and you’ll wish you had those couple of weeks back. Tough decisions chica :/
Praying things move really really quickly for you!!!! XOXOXO
I'll be a SAHM so no maternity leave. When I'm done, I'm totally done. And it's kinda hard to get cake work when you handle shipping and receiving at a job shop. They help with a lot, but a lot just comes with the job.
I'm so glad this article wasn't actually about poop.