So my friend was due last month, she's been told 2-3 times after two membrane sweeps that if she doesn't go in a few days they will induce her, but then don't. Now they may wait until Tue. They have not done scans, given her cervadil, or tested her blood about placenta function! All of her multiple scans over this pregnancy have shown she's on time, now all of a sudden the Dr is saying she's a couple weeks off. Also the last week or so the Dr keeps saying the baby is 8lbs which makes no sense either considering about 6 or so weeks ago the Dr guessed the baby at 6lbs....so in 6-7 weeks later the baby only gained 2lbs....doesn't add up. I'm worried about all this, am I nuts? I don't think so. Feedback is appreciated.
Re: Friend almost 4 weeks overdue....wth!
It sounds like there's more to the story that maybe she doesn't know or isn't sharing...
Is this an ob/gyn or a family practice doctor? I think I'd drive myself to labor and delivery and ask for another opinion from an ob.
And just because it turned out okay for my mom and grandmother if I were in that situation I wouldn't hesitate to get a second opinion.
Prayers sent to your friend.
But, at least there are signs of progression.
It is more likely that the estimation was off than your grandmother was actually almost two months overdue.
Jamie
I was going to say the same thing. It's actually happened in 2 of my 4 pregnancies, so yes...totally possible.
The rest of her story does have me worried too. I did not want to be induced at all with my third baby, and would rather wait for him to come on his own. My MWs were fine with that as long as I had an ultrasound every other day to monitor DS and my placenta. So the fact that, as far as you know, she has had no scans or tests to monitor that is very worrisome! Please keep us updated, and continue urging her to get a second (or third, as PP suggested) opinion!
Partner's can advocate as much as mother-to-be. It's their baby in there too.
I'm not making accusations about your friend but does he perhaps think it may not be his?
I've known of a lot of men that don't get involved until after the paternity test results come back. And it didn't matter that they were the only possible father, some men just need to see it in writing before they can accept it.
Whatever the case, I hope he wises up soon.
I truly hope this isn't true.