Panicking a bit...

NikinDanK · January 2013

Hello there! This may be a pointless post..but I am really panicking and I thought asking advice on here won't hurt anything..

I am pregnant with my first, and though he is a high risk pregnancy (Factor V Leiden and Protein S Deficiency) we havent had anything abnormal since the first trimester! Pregnancy came unexpectedly and a year or 2 before we had originally planned , whch I am SO happy for, but I feel so unprepared..

Mostly when it comes to my healthcare. We had a very bad experience with our healthcare provider around 10 weeks pregnant, and had intended on switching altogether, but due to the high risk and difficulty getting into seeing other doctors ASAP, we stuck with the same company and just changed branches. As my pregnancy has gone on, I have felt a big uneasy with them, but didn't know what else to do.

I realised leaving the Dr the other day I leave feeling so uncomfortable and confused from every single appointment. I get rushed in and rushed out. They aren't very personable, they answer my questions as short and sweet as possible (sometimes they walk out the door while answering, so I dont have a chance to ask further questions), and occasionally are just rude. I had informed them at the beginning I will NOT get a flu shot while pregnant, I am not comfortable with it, and this last time the doctor got pushy and quite an attitude about me turning down the flu shot again.

I feel like I had made a huge mistake staying there, but I am 32 weeks pregnant now and I am growing more uncomfortable with one of these doctors bringing my child into the world..am I stuck? Does anyone have an OB that is just really incredible, possibly one who is a believer in natural healthcare or who can at least respect it, or should I just tough this one out and be sure to find the BEST pediatrician for my son? I would love recommendations on a pediatrician as well..I live in the Warren area but I am willing to drive a bit for a great doctor.

Im not originally from this area and haven't lived here even a year yet, I have very few friends or acquaintances with kids, and I just feel really lost at this point in my pregnancy, and I am afraid of the impact it could have on my baby...

Autumn9879 · January 2013

So sorry to hear. I personally don't think its too late to switch to feel at ease. I go to MGA Obstetrics/Gynecology at 13/Lorraine. I see the one lady in their office...Dr Rodriguez and is very personable and will take her time. I've met Dr Gordon who's been my mom's doctor for over 30 years. I will meet the other drs soon. Maybe you might suggest meeting with a doctor or calling one to see what their thoughts are on your situation. They might have some good insight. Good luck.

olechka · January 2013

I'm not sure if another doctor will take you this far along but you could try to call a few places. I dont have a recommendation but this has been discussed before so look through older posts or google obgyn YOUR CITY site:thebump.com