Today is Charlie's due date and nothing is happening. Throughout this pregnancy I have watched every documentary and labor and delivery show possible. I may have made my self a bit paranoid by watching all of these shows, but I was well prepared to talk to the doctor about my concerns.
My biggest concern was having a "scheduled delivery". I did not want to have my wife pumped with pitocin to induce labor which would then put stress on my baby and whoosh, we are off to a c-section. Luckily we have a wonderful doctor and she has put me at ease about the process that she intends to follow. If baby Charlie does not arrive by next Tuesday, we do have an induction scheduled.
I still have concerns about cytotec. Cytotec is quite controversial in the United States, but our doctor does not seem to be too concerned. Cytotec is used to thin the cervix, but originally had a contraindication to not use on pregnant women. It is believed to do some bad things to the fetus and the mother. My wife doesn't like to read about the side effects so I won't list them on here.
I am really hoping that Charlie comes on his own TONIGHT so that I don't have to worry about any of this. My wife thinks that I am being very over protective and anxious, but I want a healthy baby and momma. Is there anything wrong with that?
Overprotective? Perhaps. But I like that you are well informed! It shows that you are clearly as fully invested in your child as Jamie is!
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