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[quote=Anonymous]“‘Think like a fetus.’ If a fetus knew that the literature says there’s no benefit for staying in past 39 weeks, and potential risks increase after 39 weeks, wouldn’t the fetus want to be delivered at 39 weeks? Multiple studies from the United Kingdom and the United States showed that infant mortality risk increases after 39 weeks. Stillbirth rates are at their lowest at 39 weeks and increase significantly after that. The reason is unknown.” https://annualmeeting.acog.org/news/support-for-elective-iol-at-39-weeks-growing/ Nothing good happens after 39 weeks. Stillbirth rates go up, preeclampsia rates go up, the baby gains a lot more weight and can be harder to deliver vaginally, the placenta can start to break down, amniotic fluid levels can decrease, etc. I would push for an induction date, stat OP. There is zero benefit to waiting until 42 weeks. [/quote]
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