Mike and I just got done talking with my doctor. Their normal procedure for twins is to deliver them by 38 weeks, 37 being just as good of a choice. I am 36 weeks tomorrow (Tuesday). The doctor is willing, though reluctant, to let me go into natural labor, so he is giving me until the 16th to do it. Otherwise, I am on the books for cesarean delivery the morning of January 16th.
I will be making an effort to stay active and encourage contractions, however, I still have to be semi-cautious because Mike is leaving for DC in 2 days and won't be back until Sunday night. His mom is coming in 3 or 4 days, so that I am not by myself. And yet, I have little expectation that I will actually go into progressive natural labor since only one of my other children was born without a little pitocin to help them along. My doctor will not induce me. If I come in for the c-section dilated to 8, (or any time before) he'll just let me go. Past experience says it takes me a week or two of consistent contractions to progress that far.
In conclusion, you can pretty much mark your calenders that Anastasia and Amelia have a birthday of January 16th.
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I just LOVE the names! Wish I could be there to help out, but my prayers will have to be enough!
Love you n stuff!
Prayers are very helpfull, just remember to pray for the sanity of our family! I can't believe it is almost time, this year has just flown by.
So what do you think I should do? When would you like me there if I were to come. before of after everyone comes. I have drill on the 12,13 Jan. I have to clear it with the Carrier that I sub for. So let me know. I will se what I can work out.
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