Thursday, February 10, 2005

And the doctor says

Anna & I visited the doctor just after lunch today, and had a good discussion about how things are progressing. In summary:
  • He checked Anna's blood pressure and the baby's heartbeat - both fine
  • He then performed a physical examination, and advised that Anna's cervix has dilated a little (to 2cm) and seems to be softening, although it still has a little further to go
  • He also swept Anna's membranes in the hope of stimulating labour
  • He had provisionally booked Anna in to be induced on February 17th, but had done so primarily to reserve us a place in the hospital, but we don't have to take this option if we prefer not to
  • He did, however, recommend that we organise an induction if (and only if) nothing has happened in another weeks time, as the risks for the child then increase
We're pretty comfortable with his advice, but are hoping that nature will take its course before we get to the 17th. Chris

posted at 4:42 pm  

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