Anyone going over their due date and considering an elective c-section?
I’m due to have a c-section on 40w+3d. Just got my date today and am feeling quite nervous!! If I go into spontaneous labour before, I would love to try vaginal birth - but I’m 39w+2d today and the baby seems rather comfortable where she is (no sign of labour). Basically I’d like to avoid an induction if she is overdue (for fear that it may lead to an emergency c-section / other complications). Is anyone in a similar situation, if so what’s your plan - to wait for spontaneous labour (till when?), induce, or have an elective c-section? For context, I’m a 33-yo FTM without any health issues so I think I’d be a bit gutted for not having attempted vaginal birth!
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Why have you booked a c section for so close to your due date out of interest?
Most first time mums give birth closer to 41 weeks so there’s a good chance you’re selling yourself short if you’re wanting a vaginal birth x
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