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40Wks 2 Days - 39 Years Old - Induction

kc061276kc061276 member
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Hi! I'd really like some advice. Today my doctor checked and I'm not dilated/ cervix is closed. They said that normally they can wait until week 42 to induce, but due to my age of 39 we should consider inducing this week! They mentioned it would be a challenge as I am completely closed, and that likely it would need to be a C section. I don't like this option. I've read mixed things on the risks of waiting. Thoughts? 
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Re: 40Wks 2 Days - 39 Years Old - Induction

  • BigboobsmcgeeBigboobsmcgee member
    I would definitely listen to the doctor on this one and not things you've read on the internet.
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  • amberrmariee20amberrmariee20 member
    My sister was induced and her cervix was completely closed. She didn't need a c section, but her labor was 24 hours .... Ask your doctor about evening primrose oil capsules. A lot of OBs will recommend them !
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  • happywifemomofonehappywifemomofone member
    Be aware that going past 40w, when you are over 35, increases the risk of stillbirth d/t placental insufficiency. Not sure what the incidence is, but in my world any risk is too much risk after a full term pregnancy. This happened to one of the girls on pg after 35 board several years ago. She said baby was moving around a ton in the morning, and then she was unable to find HB in afternoon. I suggest thoroughly discussing risk with your OB.
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