Really love my OB...too good to be true?!

celiacmama · July 2012

I have to say, despite leaving a great OB and hospital when we moved from DC to CT, my new OB is awesome. Every appointment is reassuring, not rushed (and I am a STM!) and he is so positive about my VBAC hopes. He is definitely not warm & fuzzy, but very realistic and open about screening and testing which I think is helpful. What's most interesting, is I was hesitant about seeing a male OB. But he is hands down the best OB I have ever had!

Part of me is worried that this is too good to be true...and when the big day comes, I may see a different side? Or his tune will change? Or...that he likely won't be on call that day/night so he won't deliver my baby, in which case, I better pray his colleagues are as great as he is! Does anyone else have this 'too good to be true' fear? I think if I wasn't so hopeful for a VBAC it wouldn't worry me as much.

LittleFish1 · July 2012

I'd say enjoy the fact that you've found a wonderful OB for each of the appointments! That is hard to find! He probably works with others who are as fantastic, but you can't foresee or change circumstances for the birth that is months away & he'll do his best to be there (or consult with the doc who is).

ZooCrewMom · July 2012

Until my most recent move I had female Ob's who I really liked. When I moved to our current home and found out I was pregnant with DS I called and was lucky enough to stumble upon a great male OB. I was shocked and kind of still am, but after my first birth and into this one Im still very happy. I hope you have the very same experience!

Notwifezilla7 · July 2012

What are most worried about? That he'll be less likely to permit you to continue with the VBAC or something else?

I don't think there's any reason to be shocked that you can have a good experience with an OB- male or female. My mother swears male OBs are more sensitive and have a gentler hand because they don't have girls parts (so to speak) nor have they ever experienced childbirth.

I switched practice after an awful experience with my m/c in December. The new practice is quite large (14 providers) and I've met with a six thus far, two of which were men. Frankly, I found them just as good and competent as the women.

Finally my maternal fetal medicine doc is a male and is hands down the doctor I have the greatest confidence in. He is well trained, has years of experience, and an awesome reputation. The fact he's a man never entered my mind.

MinaE01 · July 2012

I kind of wish I was in your situation. I've had my Ob/Gyn for 6 years now and I loved her pre-pregnancy. Now that I'm actually pregnant, she doesn't seem quite so awesome. She's kind of rushed and zips through my questions. I'm so nervous about everything, and she doesn't help me feel better. I had to remind her to do a cervical ultrasound at 15 wks (due to previous surgery). Anyway, if I were you I would be so glad that you found a great OB! Don't worry!

AGsWife · July 2012

I'm in NY, but delivering in CT. What hospital are you delivering at? I wonder if we use the same practice/doctor. Your description about your doctor sounds similar to mine.

jquirke9881 · July 2012

I have an OB that I love love love. MH jokes that I have a crush on her but she is so awesome. She was awesome the entire pregnancy last time and even though she wasn't on call to delivery my daughter, it was ok. I loved the care she gave me and she kept me and my daighter safe during the pregnancy. She is just as fabulous this time. Just enjoy your great doctor!

celiacmama · July 2012

AGsWife:
I'm in NY, but delivering in CT. What hospital are you delivering at? I wonder if we use the same practice/doctor. Your description about your doctor sounds similar to mine.

delivering at yale new haven hospital.

responding to PPs, not at all surprised that i love my male OB {i didn't really care male or female} just surprised at how comfortable he makes me feel in general and how positive he is about everything. i feel like i am just waiting for bad news, a bad appointment, him saying no to something, etc. but i do feel lucky and grateful and i just hope the baby cooperates for a VBAC even more so than the dr!

AGsWife · July 2012

celiacmama:
AGsWife:
I'm in NY, but delivering in CT. What hospital are you delivering at? I wonder if we use the same practice/doctor. Your description about your doctor sounds similar to mine.
delivering at yale new haven hospital.
responding to PPs, not at all surprised that i love my male OB {i didn't really care male or female} just surprised at how comfortable he makes me feel in general and how positive he is about everything. i feel like i am just waiting for bad news, a bad appointment, him saying no to something, etc. but i do feel lucky and grateful and i just hope the baby cooperates for a VBAC even more so than the dr!

Definitely not the same doctors, ha. Very good hospital, though!

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