Baby Update

This morning, we all bundled up and piled into the car for our last ultrasound.  Baby cooperated for the most part, except we couldn't get a look at his/her face.  Our only picture is of a foot. . . not exactly exciting, but that's okay.  We still have excess fluid on one kidney, but everything else looks great.  The baby was taking practice breaths while we were there, which was comforting since the girls needed so much support to breathe.  The only news that wasn't ideal is that this baby is weighing in at 7+ pounds.  There are still a few weeks for baby to grow, which means we may get to a point where a VBAC isn't the best option. . . bummer.

After my ultrasound, we headed down the hall for my weekly check-up.  My doctor was a bit surprised by the size of the baby and so began the c-section discussion.  She seems to think it's a good idea to schedule a repeat c-section at 39 weeks.  I wouldn't necessarily have to go through with it, but at least I'd be on the schedule.  If I stick with a VBAC, I can't be induced because it lowers the success rate.  We have to make the decision to wait until labor starts naturally or schedule the c-section.  I think my doctor wanted me to decide on the spot, but I wasn't ready to make a decision.  On the way home, I talked to my mom who has had a scheduled c-section and a c-section after going into labor.  I was the scheduled birth and she said it wasn't nearly as exciting as letting things happen on their own with my little sister.  Hearing her perspective helped me realize what I've known all along.  I want this to be as normal an experience as possible.  Even though I'm uncomfortable and sleep-deprived, I won't regret the waiting.  I will regret having a c-section without knowing it was my only option.  So, my decision is made; I am not scheduling anything.  The girls came when they wanted and this baby will, too.