It's official- I'm going to be pregnant forever

olivia_eve · August 2011

No induction today, I'm still not favorable. My OB does not do cervidil, and my cervix needs to be softer before she's comfortable inducing. I had yet another NST and u/s today, the baby did great, has plenty of fluid and my placenta looks just fine. I did have some painful contractions during the NST, so I guess that's something.

I am definitely scheduled for an induction on Monday morning if he doesn't show up before then. The nice nurse in L&D said she would bet that I wouldn't make it to Monday, but we'll see. I'm so incredibly frustrated, I don't know whether to bawl or punch someone in the face. I know waiting is the right decision, and I would so much rather go into labor on my own, but it's a lot easier to say that than do that!

xKimx · August 2011

Hang in there!

I'm sure you've been doing a lot of different things- have you tried inserting evening primrose oil? Maybe a chiropractor or acupuncture?

JenJar · August 2011

Girl, I'm so sorry! I can't imagine...I'm sure it sucks. I know it's just an OWT, but a nurse at my dr office swears by eating pineapple to soften the cervix. Have you tried that? It's hard, but just remember, he'll be worth the wait!

TinaL99 · August 2011

Oh yuck, I'm so sorry! I know you were hoping for better news. Hang in there, as cliche as it sounds it will all be worth it in the end.

And go ahead, have a glass of wine, and a good cry while punching your pillows, it might help!

Irisheyes1247 · August 2011

Oh lady, I am thinking of you! I'm glad it has cooled off for you a little bit and I hope he gets his tushie in gear and decides to make an appearance asap.

Ashnmike528 · August 2011

Oh man, I can't even imagine! Here's hoping for a speedy delivery very very soon! Just out of curiosity, why won't your OB do cervidil?

MelissaSue81 · August 2011

oh geez! will you be 42 weeks on monday? Or more than that? I really hope he decides to come on his own before then!

missyjg · August 2011

I'm sorry! Hoping that little man shows some mercy on you before Monday!

dle927 · August 2011

A few more days! You can do it! Hoping the time passes quick and you have him in your arms really soon!

sigmabelle · August 2011

Sucks doesn't it.

I was 12 days overdue with DS and was induced on day 13. I think...During a heat spell in july a few years back.

I was a miserable b$&^&#.

Looking back I feel really bad for DH.

If you are induced just think how much easier induction will be because your body will be closer to giving birth on it's own.

Good luck

jewelsonu · August 2011

i'm sorry. I felt that way with sophia and i wasn't overdue. I cried on my way home from the dr's appt b/c i was only dilated 2cm.

Have you tried sex? I know that is what did it for me. i had sophia in my arms 24 hours after that dr's appt where i was told it would still be awhile

abba916 · August 2011

Oh no! I'm sorry he's not willing to move out yet! fingers crossed that something happens for you over the next couple of days!

sunnygirl05 · August 2011

Oh my goodness!! You must be SO uncomfortable!! You can do it though!

Huzzy · August 2011

Thinking of you..... You will get there!

kac0807 · August 2011

Oh my gosh so sorry! I feel for you! Another suggestion just in case you haven't tried it yet....SEX! It worked for us on the first try! I know that's probably the last thing you want to do right now but might be worth a shot! Hang in there! Keep us posted!