Hey all, I'm new here and just about to give birth, so not quite ready with all the questions yet, but love reading yours so far!
One question though - I'm now 41weeks + 3days, and still no sign of bubs. Think I've dropped a little, but still carrying fairly high and am able to do whatever I want as I've been blessed with zero issues. I'm feeling like movement is down, he's squirming, but not the big movements like last week. Is this normal?
When should I consider induction? Anyone had experience using acupuncture as a natural induction method?
My Dr won't let anyone pass the 42 week mark, but she typically induces after 40 weeks. I'm no Dr, but I have heard that after 42 weeks your placenta can start declining with nutrients to the baby, so I would definitely seek out some medical advice to make sure you baby doesn't get put at risk of nutrient deficiency.
@spiritualnomad - I agree with @BlondePeanut above. I'd ask the MD, but IMO you are approaching a very reasonable time to induce. Regarding movement, my babies always get squirmier but less good kicks as time goes on - just due to lack of space. Your MD can always evaluate to make sure everything looks good.
I'm 40w2d, with a scheduled induction next Tuesday, when I'll be exactly 41 weeks. I'm 40, so I'm already pushing it with the 41 week induction and frankly losing some sleep over it. I was hoping to start the induction on Sunday night or Monday morning, but there were no openings then.
If you feel a decrease in movement at this point, I would err on the side of caution and go to L&D or your clinic for a biophysical profile and non-stress test.
I hate being pregnant, so at 39 weeks (the earliest they'll let me) I ask to get the baby out! This is my 3rd and I scheduled the evacuation day at 20 weeks. 😄 Get that baby out!
Re: When should I consider induction?