I have decided to be induced ...

[Alohamelly]

It hasn't been an easy decision to make and I'm still torn about it, but I've decided to do it. I'm 40w3d right now, 3+cm dilated and my cervix is ripe and ready according to my midwife. I'm having contractions, but no regularity with them even though some are quite painful.

The reason why I've decided to be induced? It may seem silly to some, but my husband is stationed in Korea for a year and he's here right now visiting and has to go back soon. I want him to have as much time with the baby as possible before he has to go back in a couple of weeks. If we weren't in this situation, I would wait for labor to happen naturally. I'm waiting for my midwife to call right now and let me know when I can go to the hospital for my induction. I was set on having as much of an intervention free birth as possible, but I know now that my chances of that are happening are small. I'm going to be strong though. If anything, I'm determined to do this drug-free at least.

[zofranland]

best of luck! i had an induction as well and it really turned out favorable. i would make the same decision in your situation. bonding with mother is just as important as with father. i hope it goes fast!

[dctexan]

No judgement from me sweetie. You need to do what you need to do! ELV to you. I can't wait to hear about the arrival of your babe

[Sabo]

Good luck. I hope that everything goes swimmingly for you.

[APmomSoCal]

Good luck! I know this was a difficult decision for you, and one I may soon be facing myself. Only you know what is best for you and your family.

[QueenOfThePride]

Good Luck! I fully support your decision. I hope your labor goes well and you have your baby in arms soon!

[cornpicker]

Lots of love and good thoughts to you! ~*~*~*~*~*~

[DoomaYula]

Hiya Melly, as you know this hospital will use cyto and pit... I'd really want to try EVERYTHING natural first, including castor oil, before going in there for an induction. Good luck! Hugs!

[ani'smommy]

Yep, I would just really try to avoid the cytotec.

You can totally do it pain med, free. It doesn't feel good, but YOU CAN DO IT!

[artgirl]

lots of support from me here. I'd definitely want my dh to have as much time with the baby as possible. Plus, I'd want him around to help me as much as possible in the early days.

I hope the induction goes well. Happy healthy baby!

[rik8144]

Not in your DDC but .... about the cytotec.....since you are already dilated to 3cm they will most likely not use it. It is used to soften the cervix and make it favorable for labor....your is already there!

[DoomaYula]

Originally Posted by rik8144

Not in your DDC but .... about the cytotec.....since you are already dilated to 3cm they will most likely not use it. It is used to soften the cervix and make it favorable for labor....your is already there!

Alohamelly and I are in the same small town where I'm the only doula, and they just love the cyto here. So although I'd agree that maybe they SHOULDN'T use it, they probably will.

[ladyleigh]

Good luck, Mama! I hope everything goes well for you and your new baby! Blessings to your family.

[FiddleMama]

Best of luck to you! It's great that you're already 3+ cm dilated.

Your reason is absolutely not silly at all. Here's to a happy and healthy birth experience!

[mamamoo]

I hope everything goes well mama!!

[Alohamelly]

Thanks everyone!! It actually did go really well. I was pleasantly surprised. They gave me choices and totally respected my decisions. I need to go post my birth announcement!