Friday, February 13, 2009

On Monday, whether she likes it or not.

OK. Had a dr appt today and baby is transverse. (again) after a lengthy conversation with my midwife about options and such we scheduled an appointment for Monday 10 AM. Either they induce (if she's head down) or c-section (if she's not). My midwife said that to have a baby that can still turn somersaults and flip flop like mine does at 39+ weeks is really rare. It only happens in 3% of pregnancies. So, on monday we go to the hospital and they do an ultrasound. If she is transverse or breech they c-section. If she is head down they administer what can affectionately be called the "belly binder" which is not as fun as it sounds. They bind up the top of my belly really tight with this girdle type thing, thus cutting off baby's access to come back up or turn around. (hopefully.) However, she has already shown that she fits sideways quite nicely so maybe she might turn that way. Then we would back at the c-section option. It is very mind boggling and stressfull. So, please keep us in your prayers, and pray that Bella will be a good girl and turn head down and come out like she is supposed to. Either way I will post pictures of this beautiful stubborn little miracle when she (finally) arrives. See you on the flip side. (no pun intended)

5 comments:

Kim said...

Bella huh? Did you come up with that all by yourself? ;)

Jen said...

Crazy stuff! My doctor was amazed that Brooklyn kep turning so much. Luckily she turned the right way before I was induced. Hopefully Bella will, too! Crazy little girl!!! ;)

Ginny said...

sending you so many good wishes!! I'm hoping that she is getting all of her stubbornness out now and she will be an angel baby once she actually gets here!!!

Poppy said...

OOOh! That doesn't sound too pleasant. You are definitely in for it with that girl! Let me know what I can do. Good luck!

Biggs Family said...

Come on Bella! We are totally hoping that she turns for you guys. We will be fasting and praying tomorrow. Love you JOy can't wait to see pictures. :)