Thoughts on scheduling Cesarean at 37w... - Page 2

[CherryBomb]

Originally Posted by JTA Mom

With the previa, I'd go earlier rather than later.

This! Good luck, mama!

[scrappin-mama]

HUGS! What a difficult decision. I hope this doesn't add more worry to your situation, but I did want to add that with boys, it is generally better to wait if possible. I'm speaking from my own experience, which is admittedly biased, because our last little guy came on his own at 37w 5d, and was still in the NICU for 3 weeks with immature lungs. I imagine *most* babies at that gestational age would be fine, but I'm soo nervous now about little boys coming early.

I know you have other factors to consider, and I wouldn't want to be in your shoes. Whatever the decision, I'm praying for you for a healthy baby and mama and easy delivery!

[Shoxie]

Wow, I am SO happy I posted this dilemma. All the words of encouragement and hugs and prayers and PT really, really help. I'm trying to hang in there and not worry too much. Just so nervous about a bleed...I also think boys tend to take a bit longer to cook, so I'd rather go in later, but the possible bleeding scares the heck out of me.

Thank you for all the birth stories - those help so much!

On top of that, I feel bad for our little guy, too, b/c he's been head-down and ready since about 27w. Trying so hard! My other two didn't turn until much later. I'll keep thinking positively and will do my best to BF - I was good with both of my LOs until they were 2, so I hope I'll make it through any challenges here.

Thank you again, mamas!

[MaryLang]

Hmmm. I don't know. I had a previa with #3. It was partial and I had a pretty good bleed start at 35wks. I was in the hospital for a few days and my OB sent me home and I was on bedrest until I got to 36wks for the c/s.
My dd had breathing issues and was in NICU for a week, but she was also IUGR and had heart issues, so a bit different scenario.
I ditto what others have said. It depends on what your comfortable with.

[AngelKissedKids]

Another thought - you are trending at having your babes a little earlier each time. 38w6d then 38w0d, so if you go another 6 days earlier this time, that would make it 37w1d. You mention baby is already down and engaged so that would add to my worry of birthing even earlier this time.

My babe was a 33 weeker and in the NICU for only 16 days and is a breastfeeding champ so I would think a 37 weeker might even avoid any NICU time if born without complication.

Good luck!

[CookAMH]

I can't help you decide, but I remember reading this blog post from midwife Gloria Lemay and thought it might give you some ideas.

http://www.glorialemay.com/blog/?p=338

[Lady Lilya]

Good luck! Let us know how it goes!

[MeepyCat]

Originally Posted by CookAMH

I can't help you decide, but I remember reading this blog post from midwife Gloria Lemay and thought it might give you some ideas.

http://www.glorialemay.com/blog/?p=338

As someone who had complete previa - that story is incredibly scary. It comes out well, thank heavens, but it was an immense risk to take.

[GoBecGo]

Originally Posted by MeepyCat

As someone who had complete previa - that story is incredibly scary. It comes out well, thank heavens, but it was an immense risk to take.

I agree that i was frightened when i read it, but my mother was in hospital from 17 weeks with my brother, and she still almost died during his delivery (abruption at 31 weeks, 3000ml initial bloodloss before they could get her into theatre, another 1800ml during the cs - they both were dead and resuscitated), despite the best efforts of the staff. I can't say i would do what this woman did (even as a dyed-in-the-wool homebirther) but i can't honestly say i believe she took an immense risk over the "normal" risks of a previa delivery. Only that the idea of doing what she did is scary to me.

[MeepyCat]

Originally Posted by GoBecGo

I agree that i was frightened when i read it, but my mother was in hospital from 17 weeks with my brother, and she still almost died during his delivery (abruption at 31 weeks, 3000ml initial bloodloss before they could get her into theatre, another 1800ml during the cs - they both were dead and resuscitated), despite the best efforts of the staff. I can't say i would do what this woman did (even as a dyed-in-the-wool homebirther) but i can't honestly say i believe she took an immense risk over the "normal" risks of a previa delivery. Only that the idea of doing what she did is scary to me.

??? at the bolded.

With a low-lying placenta, possible partial previa, and consistent bleeding, this woman chose to stay home and deliver her baby unassisted, on an island where the local doctor had already expressed the opinion that she would be best treated on the mainland, which is to say, she was hours from the nearest appropriate medical facility.

In the event of a placental abruption or uncontrollable hemorrhage (both of which were known risks in her situation), she would have died LONG before she could get to help.

Your mom and brother survived because doctors, nurses, and appropriate equipment and material were right at hand. This woman chose to avoid all of that stuff. Rather than accept medical assistance, she chose to stay home, visualize the desired outcome, and drink a lot of herbal tea.

[baybee]

In the event of a placental abruption or uncontrollable hemorrhage (both of which were known risks in her situation), she would have died LONG before she could get to help.[/I]

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drama

[baybee]

on an island where the local doctor had already expressed the opinion that she would be best treated on the mainland, which is to say, she was hours from the nearest appropriate medical facility.

Your conclusion is incorrect. Just because it's an island doesn't mean there isn't a major hospital on the island. Canada has several islands that are huge.

[Kidzaplenty]

Scary situations, PP's are. I am grateful I never had to make those choices.

OP, I hope all is well with you. Soon you will be holding your little boy! So exciting for you!

[myk]

Originally Posted by MeepyCat

??? at the bolded.

With a low-lying placenta, possible partial previa, and consistent bleeding, this woman chose to stay home and deliver her baby unassisted, on an island where the local doctor had already expressed the opinion that she would be best treated on the mainland, which is to say, she was hours from the nearest appropriate medical facility.

In the event of a placental abruption or uncontrollable hemorrhage (both of which were known risks in her situation), she would have died LONG before she could get to help.

Your mom and brother survived because doctors, nurses, and appropriate equipment and material were right at hand. This woman chose to avoid all of that stuff. Rather than accept medical assistance, she chose to stay home, visualize the desired outcome, and drink a lot of herbal tea.

i agree. i could see making that choice if she was awfully close to a hospital (i wouldn't, but i understand it).. not if she is some distance from a medical facility that could handle those situations.

[Toolip]

thinking of you, OP!

[MeepyCat]

Originally Posted by baybee

In the event of a placental abruption or uncontrollable hemorrhage (both of which were known risks in her situation), she would have died LONG before she could get to help.[/I]

drama[/QUOTE]

It does sound dramatic, it is nonetheless true.

I had previa. And I would describe the events that ended my pregnancy as very dramatic - like the last act of a gynecological horror film. The lady who stayed home was VERY lucky.