BPP's

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tara

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Hi Haley,

I had one BBP done on the twins because one of them failed one of my twice weekly non-stress tests. I didn't like the BPP at all, but then again, i had two babies to do! So it seemed to take forever. It could take up to 30 minutes for one baby. All I'm saying is, they're uncomfortable and not as fun as a regular ultrasound. At my hospital the BPP tech was very non verbal and I couldn't even see the screen! I was bored. Boo! lol!

Now, I did have NSTs twice a week, because I had twins. I wonder if that could be a compromise instead of BPP?

Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.

So however you deliver this baby, you will be fine. Morgan will be fine. Babies are fun, aren't they? So EXCITING!!! All your posts sound so happy and I admire that. Enjoy your pregnancy!
 
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tara

New member
Hi Haley,

I had one BBP done on the twins because one of them failed one of my twice weekly non-stress tests. I didn't like the BPP at all, but then again, i had two babies to do! So it seemed to take forever. It could take up to 30 minutes for one baby. All I'm saying is, they're uncomfortable and not as fun as a regular ultrasound. At my hospital the BPP tech was very non verbal and I couldn't even see the screen! I was bored. Boo! lol!

Now, I did have NSTs twice a week, because I had twins. I wonder if that could be a compromise instead of BPP?

Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.

So however you deliver this baby, you will be fine. Morgan will be fine. Babies are fun, aren't they? So EXCITING!!! All your posts sound so happy and I admire that. Enjoy your pregnancy!
 
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tara

New member
Hi Haley,

I had one BBP done on the twins because one of them failed one of my twice weekly non-stress tests. I didn't like the BPP at all, but then again, i had two babies to do! So it seemed to take forever. It could take up to 30 minutes for one baby. All I'm saying is, they're uncomfortable and not as fun as a regular ultrasound. At my hospital the BPP tech was very non verbal and I couldn't even see the screen! I was bored. Boo! lol!

Now, I did have NSTs twice a week, because I had twins. I wonder if that could be a compromise instead of BPP?

Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.

So however you deliver this baby, you will be fine. Morgan will be fine. Babies are fun, aren't they? So EXCITING!!! All your posts sound so happy and I admire that. Enjoy your pregnancy!
 
T

tara

New member
Hi Haley,

I had one BBP done on the twins because one of them failed one of my twice weekly non-stress tests. I didn't like the BPP at all, but then again, i had two babies to do! So it seemed to take forever. It could take up to 30 minutes for one baby. All I'm saying is, they're uncomfortable and not as fun as a regular ultrasound. At my hospital the BPP tech was very non verbal and I couldn't even see the screen! I was bored. Boo! lol!

Now, I did have NSTs twice a week, because I had twins. I wonder if that could be a compromise instead of BPP?

Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.

So however you deliver this baby, you will be fine. Morgan will be fine. Babies are fun, aren't they? So EXCITING!!! All your posts sound so happy and I admire that. Enjoy your pregnancy!
 
T

tara

New member
Hi Haley,

I had one BBP done on the twins because one of them failed one of my twice weekly non-stress tests. I didn't like the BPP at all, but then again, i had two babies to do! So it seemed to take forever. It could take up to 30 minutes for one baby. All I'm saying is, they're uncomfortable and not as fun as a regular ultrasound. At my hospital the BPP tech was very non verbal and I couldn't even see the screen! I was bored. Boo! lol!

Now, I did have NSTs twice a week, because I had twins. I wonder if that could be a compromise instead of BPP?

Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.

So however you deliver this baby, you will be fine. Morgan will be fine. Babies are fun, aren't they? So EXCITING!!! All your posts sound so happy and I admire that. Enjoy your pregnancy!
 
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Keepercjr

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>tara</b></i>


Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.
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Tara we're just going to have to disagree about c/s being the way to go. I know that you had an easy recovery, which is great, but not everyone has that. Having a c/s upps the risk to mom and baby. Sometimes c/s are lifesavers and I'm SO glad we have them (my sil and nephew wouldn't be alive today w/o one) but they really should be reserved for those who truly need them. I actually know someone who's baby was CUT on her head during the c/s. Its a potential risk. I know someone who had a nasty infection after her c/s. I also know my SIL who had a relatively normal recovery but it was still way worse than my recovery after a vaginal birth. Risking a cut or an infection is worth it if it ultimately saves your life. But its not a risk I'm willing to take if I'm having a normal pregnancy.

Also, the risks of c-sections regarding bonding and breastfeeding are real and documented. That doesn't mean that everyone will have a bad recovery or a hard time doing those things but women who have c-sections have lower bfing rates. I think a lot of it has to do with how committed you were in the first place but still... the effect exists.

Emergency c/s may be a little more exhausting but at least at that point you know the baby was ready to come out (assuming you went into labor spontaneously) and baby also had the benefit of labor. I spent one night in the hospital after my birth. I couldn't imagine having to spend 5 nights there (even before when I wasn't considering homebirth).

Haley, here is an article you can read about avoiding a c/s:

5 Ways to Avoid a C-Section
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/08/23/ep.csection/index.html
">http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH...p.csection/index.html
</a>
here is a small excerpt: "...studies of first-time moms show that 44 percent of those who are induced end up with a C-section but that only 8 percent of those who go into labor spontaneously end up with a C-section. Doctors say many times, inducing women way before the cervix is ready can lead to unproductive labor, which then necessitates a C-section."

I agree with every point in the article, especially the one about getting a doula.

Ok my last thing I want to say - if you know ALL the risks and still decide c/s or induction is the way to go then I am fully supportive. I'm all about a woman getting to make her own informed decisions. But like I've said before, a hospital or doctor's version of informed consent IS NOT informed consent. They generally tell you what you need to hear to make the decision they want you to make. So do your own research and you will be glad you did, no matter what you decide.
 
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Keepercjr

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>tara</b></i>


Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.
</end quote></div>

Tara we're just going to have to disagree about c/s being the way to go. I know that you had an easy recovery, which is great, but not everyone has that. Having a c/s upps the risk to mom and baby. Sometimes c/s are lifesavers and I'm SO glad we have them (my sil and nephew wouldn't be alive today w/o one) but they really should be reserved for those who truly need them. I actually know someone who's baby was CUT on her head during the c/s. Its a potential risk. I know someone who had a nasty infection after her c/s. I also know my SIL who had a relatively normal recovery but it was still way worse than my recovery after a vaginal birth. Risking a cut or an infection is worth it if it ultimately saves your life. But its not a risk I'm willing to take if I'm having a normal pregnancy.

Also, the risks of c-sections regarding bonding and breastfeeding are real and documented. That doesn't mean that everyone will have a bad recovery or a hard time doing those things but women who have c-sections have lower bfing rates. I think a lot of it has to do with how committed you were in the first place but still... the effect exists.

Emergency c/s may be a little more exhausting but at least at that point you know the baby was ready to come out (assuming you went into labor spontaneously) and baby also had the benefit of labor. I spent one night in the hospital after my birth. I couldn't imagine having to spend 5 nights there (even before when I wasn't considering homebirth).

Haley, here is an article you can read about avoiding a c/s:

5 Ways to Avoid a C-Section
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/08/23/ep.csection/index.html
">http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH...p.csection/index.html
</a>
here is a small excerpt: "...studies of first-time moms show that 44 percent of those who are induced end up with a C-section but that only 8 percent of those who go into labor spontaneously end up with a C-section. Doctors say many times, inducing women way before the cervix is ready can lead to unproductive labor, which then necessitates a C-section."

I agree with every point in the article, especially the one about getting a doula.

Ok my last thing I want to say - if you know ALL the risks and still decide c/s or induction is the way to go then I am fully supportive. I'm all about a woman getting to make her own informed decisions. But like I've said before, a hospital or doctor's version of informed consent IS NOT informed consent. They generally tell you what you need to hear to make the decision they want you to make. So do your own research and you will be glad you did, no matter what you decide.
 
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Keepercjr

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>tara</b></i>


Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.
</end quote></div>

Tara we're just going to have to disagree about c/s being the way to go. I know that you had an easy recovery, which is great, but not everyone has that. Having a c/s upps the risk to mom and baby. Sometimes c/s are lifesavers and I'm SO glad we have them (my sil and nephew wouldn't be alive today w/o one) but they really should be reserved for those who truly need them. I actually know someone who's baby was CUT on her head during the c/s. Its a potential risk. I know someone who had a nasty infection after her c/s. I also know my SIL who had a relatively normal recovery but it was still way worse than my recovery after a vaginal birth. Risking a cut or an infection is worth it if it ultimately saves your life. But its not a risk I'm willing to take if I'm having a normal pregnancy.

Also, the risks of c-sections regarding bonding and breastfeeding are real and documented. That doesn't mean that everyone will have a bad recovery or a hard time doing those things but women who have c-sections have lower bfing rates. I think a lot of it has to do with how committed you were in the first place but still... the effect exists.

Emergency c/s may be a little more exhausting but at least at that point you know the baby was ready to come out (assuming you went into labor spontaneously) and baby also had the benefit of labor. I spent one night in the hospital after my birth. I couldn't imagine having to spend 5 nights there (even before when I wasn't considering homebirth).

Haley, here is an article you can read about avoiding a c/s:

5 Ways to Avoid a C-Section
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/08/23/ep.csection/index.html
">http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH...p.csection/index.html
</a>
here is a small excerpt: "...studies of first-time moms show that 44 percent of those who are induced end up with a C-section but that only 8 percent of those who go into labor spontaneously end up with a C-section. Doctors say many times, inducing women way before the cervix is ready can lead to unproductive labor, which then necessitates a C-section."

I agree with every point in the article, especially the one about getting a doula.

Ok my last thing I want to say - if you know ALL the risks and still decide c/s or induction is the way to go then I am fully supportive. I'm all about a woman getting to make her own informed decisions. But like I've said before, a hospital or doctor's version of informed consent IS NOT informed consent. They generally tell you what you need to hear to make the decision they want you to make. So do your own research and you will be glad you did, no matter what you decide.
 
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Keepercjr

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>tara</b></i>


Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.
</end quote>

Tara we're just going to have to disagree about c/s being the way to go. I know that you had an easy recovery, which is great, but not everyone has that. Having a c/s upps the risk to mom and baby. Sometimes c/s are lifesavers and I'm SO glad we have them (my sil and nephew wouldn't be alive today w/o one) but they really should be reserved for those who truly need them. I actually know someone who's baby was CUT on her head during the c/s. Its a potential risk. I know someone who had a nasty infection after her c/s. I also know my SIL who had a relatively normal recovery but it was still way worse than my recovery after a vaginal birth. Risking a cut or an infection is worth it if it ultimately saves your life. But its not a risk I'm willing to take if I'm having a normal pregnancy.

Also, the risks of c-sections regarding bonding and breastfeeding are real and documented. That doesn't mean that everyone will have a bad recovery or a hard time doing those things but women who have c-sections have lower bfing rates. I think a lot of it has to do with how committed you were in the first place but still... the effect exists.

Emergency c/s may be a little more exhausting but at least at that point you know the baby was ready to come out (assuming you went into labor spontaneously) and baby also had the benefit of labor. I spent one night in the hospital after my birth. I couldn't imagine having to spend 5 nights there (even before when I wasn't considering homebirth).

Haley, here is an article you can read about avoiding a c/s:

5 Ways to Avoid a C-Section
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/08/23/ep.csection/index.html
">http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH...p.csection/index.html
</a>
here is a small excerpt: "...studies of first-time moms show that 44 percent of those who are induced end up with a C-section but that only 8 percent of those who go into labor spontaneously end up with a C-section. Doctors say many times, inducing women way before the cervix is ready can lead to unproductive labor, which then necessitates a C-section."

I agree with every point in the article, especially the one about getting a doula.

Ok my last thing I want to say - if you know ALL the risks and still decide c/s or induction is the way to go then I am fully supportive. I'm all about a woman getting to make her own informed decisions. But like I've said before, a hospital or doctor's version of informed consent IS NOT informed consent. They generally tell you what you need to hear to make the decision they want you to make. So do your own research and you will be glad you did, no matter what you decide.
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>tara</b></i>


Some people were commenting on c sections here and I wanted to add my two cents. As far as I'm concerned it's the way to go baby! If you're not into the whole labor thing. I strolled into the hospital at 7am, had the babies by 9:45 and had ZERO problems breastfeeding and bonding. Recovering from surgery is not fun, but I didn't find it difficult. It was painful to cough, for the first 48 hours, but that was the worst of it. I was walking around the next day. Someone told me, if you stand up straight (your instinct is to hunch over) you will have better blood flow and heal faster. I did take vidodin for the first 5 days in the hospital, but I was off all pain meds, even motrin, by 8 days post surgery. Total piece of cake. I think people that have emergency c-sections have a harder recovery because chances are, they've been in labor and it stalled and they weren't expecting it so they couldn't prepare mentally. Emotional distress can be just as difficult to manage as physical discomfort. But you seem very well balanced. I love your attitude.
</end quote>

Tara we're just going to have to disagree about c/s being the way to go. I know that you had an easy recovery, which is great, but not everyone has that. Having a c/s upps the risk to mom and baby. Sometimes c/s are lifesavers and I'm SO glad we have them (my sil and nephew wouldn't be alive today w/o one) but they really should be reserved for those who truly need them. I actually know someone who's baby was CUT on her head during the c/s. Its a potential risk. I know someone who had a nasty infection after her c/s. I also know my SIL who had a relatively normal recovery but it was still way worse than my recovery after a vaginal birth. Risking a cut or an infection is worth it if it ultimately saves your life. But its not a risk I'm willing to take if I'm having a normal pregnancy.

Also, the risks of c-sections regarding bonding and breastfeeding are real and documented. That doesn't mean that everyone will have a bad recovery or a hard time doing those things but women who have c-sections have lower bfing rates. I think a lot of it has to do with how committed you were in the first place but still... the effect exists.

Emergency c/s may be a little more exhausting but at least at that point you know the baby was ready to come out (assuming you went into labor spontaneously) and baby also had the benefit of labor. I spent one night in the hospital after my birth. I couldn't imagine having to spend 5 nights there (even before when I wasn't considering homebirth).

Haley, here is an article you can read about avoiding a c/s:

5 Ways to Avoid a C-Section
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/08/23/ep.csection/index.html
">http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH...p.csection/index.html
</a>
here is a small excerpt: "...studies of first-time moms show that 44 percent of those who are induced end up with a C-section but that only 8 percent of those who go into labor spontaneously end up with a C-section. Doctors say many times, inducing women way before the cervix is ready can lead to unproductive labor, which then necessitates a C-section."

I agree with every point in the article, especially the one about getting a doula.

Ok my last thing I want to say - if you know ALL the risks and still decide c/s or induction is the way to go then I am fully supportive. I'm all about a woman getting to make her own informed decisions. But like I've said before, a hospital or doctor's version of informed consent IS NOT informed consent. They generally tell you what you need to hear to make the decision they want you to make. So do your own research and you will be glad you did, no matter what you decide.
 
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mom2lillian

New member
Haley,

Just be sure to do what you feel is right, read a bit, talk with doc dont just take their opinion and feel good about whatever you decide.

My 2 cents is if they feel BPP is warranted every week then whatever its not a big deal, I think its a bit extreme. I did NST's every other week and if she failed and NST then we did a BPP and that was only once. If they do the BPP and they are fine there is no reason to induce so early, have them hold off until at least 38 weeks IMO. I will most likely have to have a C next itme (not a very good candidate for vback but looking into it) since I had an emergency C last time and I plan to refuse scheduling a c section so that I can wait until my baby and my body decide it is time and they are developed not until my docs decide but that is my opinion.
 
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mom2lillian

New member
Haley,

Just be sure to do what you feel is right, read a bit, talk with doc dont just take their opinion and feel good about whatever you decide.

My 2 cents is if they feel BPP is warranted every week then whatever its not a big deal, I think its a bit extreme. I did NST's every other week and if she failed and NST then we did a BPP and that was only once. If they do the BPP and they are fine there is no reason to induce so early, have them hold off until at least 38 weeks IMO. I will most likely have to have a C next itme (not a very good candidate for vback but looking into it) since I had an emergency C last time and I plan to refuse scheduling a c section so that I can wait until my baby and my body decide it is time and they are developed not until my docs decide but that is my opinion.
 
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mom2lillian

New member
Haley,

Just be sure to do what you feel is right, read a bit, talk with doc dont just take their opinion and feel good about whatever you decide.

My 2 cents is if they feel BPP is warranted every week then whatever its not a big deal, I think its a bit extreme. I did NST's every other week and if she failed and NST then we did a BPP and that was only once. If they do the BPP and they are fine there is no reason to induce so early, have them hold off until at least 38 weeks IMO. I will most likely have to have a C next itme (not a very good candidate for vback but looking into it) since I had an emergency C last time and I plan to refuse scheduling a c section so that I can wait until my baby and my body decide it is time and they are developed not until my docs decide but that is my opinion.
 
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mom2lillian

New member
Haley,

Just be sure to do what you feel is right, read a bit, talk with doc dont just take their opinion and feel good about whatever you decide.

My 2 cents is if they feel BPP is warranted every week then whatever its not a big deal, I think its a bit extreme. I did NST's every other week and if she failed and NST then we did a BPP and that was only once. If they do the BPP and they are fine there is no reason to induce so early, have them hold off until at least 38 weeks IMO. I will most likely have to have a C next itme (not a very good candidate for vback but looking into it) since I had an emergency C last time and I plan to refuse scheduling a c section so that I can wait until my baby and my body decide it is time and they are developed not until my docs decide but that is my opinion.
 
M

mom2lillian

New member
Haley,

Just be sure to do what you feel is right, read a bit, talk with doc dont just take their opinion and feel good about whatever you decide.

My 2 cents is if they feel BPP is warranted every week then whatever its not a big deal, I think its a bit extreme. I did NST's every other week and if she failed and NST then we did a BPP and that was only once. If they do the BPP and they are fine there is no reason to induce so early, have them hold off until at least 38 weeks IMO. I will most likely have to have a C next itme (not a very good candidate for vback but looking into it) since I had an emergency C last time and I plan to refuse scheduling a c section so that I can wait until my baby and my body decide it is time and they are developed not until my docs decide but that is my opinion.
 
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becca23

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I had a planned c-section with both of my kids. I agree with Tara on the c-section thing Yes, they are painful but I had no problem bonding with my children. I also enjoyed being in the hospital for the 4 days after because, it gave me time to rest. My nurses practically forced me to send them to the nursery so I could rest.

They might be considering inducing due to the fact that you have gestational diabetes. It can cause babies to be exceptionally large. I personally would talk to my cf and ob docs and weigh out there decisions.
 
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becca23

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I had a planned c-section with both of my kids. I agree with Tara on the c-section thing Yes, they are painful but I had no problem bonding with my children. I also enjoyed being in the hospital for the 4 days after because, it gave me time to rest. My nurses practically forced me to send them to the nursery so I could rest.

They might be considering inducing due to the fact that you have gestational diabetes. It can cause babies to be exceptionally large. I personally would talk to my cf and ob docs and weigh out there decisions.
 
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becca23

New member
I had a planned c-section with both of my kids. I agree with Tara on the c-section thing Yes, they are painful but I had no problem bonding with my children. I also enjoyed being in the hospital for the 4 days after because, it gave me time to rest. My nurses practically forced me to send them to the nursery so I could rest.

They might be considering inducing due to the fact that you have gestational diabetes. It can cause babies to be exceptionally large. I personally would talk to my cf and ob docs and weigh out there decisions.
 
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becca23

New member
I had a planned c-section with both of my kids. I agree with Tara on the c-section thing Yes, they are painful but I had no problem bonding with my children. I also enjoyed being in the hospital for the 4 days after because, it gave me time to rest. My nurses practically forced me to send them to the nursery so I could rest.

They might be considering inducing due to the fact that you have gestational diabetes. It can cause babies to be exceptionally large. I personally would talk to my cf and ob docs and weigh out there decisions.
 
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becca23

New member
I had a planned c-section with both of my kids. I agree with Tara on the c-section thing Yes, they are painful but I had no problem bonding with my children. I also enjoyed being in the hospital for the 4 days after because, it gave me time to rest. My nurses practically forced me to send them to the nursery so I could rest.

They might be considering inducing due to the fact that you have gestational diabetes. It can cause babies to be exceptionally large. I personally would talk to my cf and ob docs and weigh out there decisions.
 
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