At week 39, baby was measuring 9lbs and 6oz via u/s. Dr. Placede reassured us that everything would be fine and people deliver large babies every day. The next few appointments were just to measure dilation/effacement, etc... Finally, my first post date appointment was with Dr. Gaines (40wk4d). He scared the heck out of me! He kept saying "Why would you want to deliver a 10lb baby and tear into your rectum? Why would you risk he health of you and the baby just for a natural birth? There is no reason." He made me cry and scared me half to death. I went to another practice for a confirmation ultrasound to estimate the baby's weight and they said she was 10lbs 2oz. I was up almost all night worrying about it. He called me the next morning to reiterate his C-section preference and I asked him if I could talk to the doctor that is on call for when I was scheduled to be induced (Thurs). It makes sense to discuss this with the doctor who will be working with us. He said, "If you want to get another opinion, I'll give your chart to him and wash my hands of you and your husband. I have already spent plenty of time discussing this with you." Seriously? How rude. I guess people should believe the bad reviews on this guy for poor bedside manner. Yes, this doctor has some horrible reviews online for this same type of thing.
Shortly after, I called to make an appointment with Dr. Gunter (40wk5d). I didn't have much experience with him as a doctor because I had only met him once or twice but he was the doctor on call when I was scheduled to be induced. He had no appointments available but when he heard my situation, he fit me in. When we finally met with him, he was very calming. He went over pros/cons with us for the decision c/s vs. natural. He didn't push anything on us or use scare tactics. He stepped out and let us discuss and make the decision. I was very impressed with him. When he came back into the office, we told him that we would do the c/s but only if he could be our doctor (and it could be scheduled the next day.) I really didn't want Dr. Gaines to do it - he was the doctor at the hospital for Friday. He had already scared/intimidated me enough, and I didn't feel like I would want to deal with it. I'm sure they are both very good doctors - I just get more anxiety around Dr. Gaines. I'm happy with our decision.
We get to meet our baby girl tomorrow!!! 7:15AM for prep and 10:15AM for surgery. Please pray for all of us! :)
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