Decisions...

So, last Monday (13th) I had an appointment with my doctor. First they did an ultra-sound and it was discovered that Jack is a big boy!! That was at 36 1/2 weeks. We had to see a nurse practioner because the doctor was running two hours late. The NP told us that since he was in the upper 10%, they make different decisions for inducing. We were told that we could induce at 37 weeks.

Well, we had an appointment yesterday with my doctor. Her first words were, "So, we think you should opt for the elective c-section at 39 weeks." What???? I don't want a c-section. The recovery with a 3 year old, 2 year old and newborn - I can't imagine! Obviously I would have a c-section of it was definitely necessary but what are our other options??

The doctor then told us that we could have an amnio Wednesday (tomorrow) to see if his lungs are mature. The risk with that is that if they do the amnio, it could rupture his amniotic sack. He would then be delivered whether his lungs were mature or not.

I started to cry because I didn't know what to do. We talked it over with her more and we decided to do the amnio. I'm really nervous and I hope that it all goes smoothly.

She checked and I was dialated to 3 cm so maybe he'll come on his own tonight!