At my appointment last week my doctor informed me she would be leaving November 1st on vacation and would be gone for a week. I was really upset about this because she delivered DD, and I thought she was absolutely wonderful during the whole labor and delivery process. I am due this Saturday, so at my appointment last week I figured it was still a possibility that Baby would make his or her appearance before my doctor left. Well, I am sitting here still pregnant and reality is that I will most likely have a doctor other than my own (it is either that or go almost a week late like with DD). I wouldn't be too concerned, except I don't know much about the two doctors that will be on call to replace my doctor. I fear that because I haven't been their patient for the last nine months that they won't really care about what I want, etc.
Re: Doctor leaves tomorrow
In my hospital it is expected that you won't have your actual doctor for your delivery, so it's something that I've had a while to wrap my head around.
Just try to remember that these are medical professionals, and even if they've never met you they still have your wants and needs in mind. The most important thing is to put trust in them!
Wishing you a smooth L&D and to having your doc if at all possible!