Wednesday, February 16, 2011

40 Week Check Up!

This week I saw Dr. Bauer!

Weight Gain: 2 lbs this week for a total gain of 24 lbs

Blood Pressure: 118/78

Bella's Heart Rate: 145 bpm

Belly Measurement: 41 cm

Exam: I am still not dilated! :(

Doctor's Recommendations: Dr. Bauer said that I could dilate naturally at any time. However, if I have not dilated by next Wed., we will then schedule an induction.  He said that the possible date for induction is the evening of Feb. 27 (otherwise know as Oscar Night).  I am concerned about being induced, going through several strenuous hours of labor, only to be told I will need a C-section.  I am putting all this in God's hands as I have no control over the when or how! 

And that's this week's update! :)

2 comments:

leah said...

You are so right, there is no need to worry as it's completely in God's hands how everything will go. I'm worried about the same thing, would so much rather have my body naturally go into labor then be induced but what can we do right?

So excited for you!!

Linda said...

Praying she will come naturally, in God's perfect timing. If she's a little too content in there and needs a little push to make her appearance, that will all be fine too in the long run. Holding her in your arms is worth whatever it takes! Hope to see you and meet Bella when I come for Emery!