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[quote=Anonymous]if you've read enough of these threads you will have seen that ultrasound estimates of weight are often notoriously off, AND that many women give birth vaginally to bigger babies.   i know of 3 women lately who gave birth vaginally to 10+ pound babies.  even if your baby is that big (and your baby may not actually be), you can still give birth to your baby.

it makes me mad how many practices are telling women their babies are going to be "big". the only sure result of it is making women feel freaked out and like they aren't going to give birth to their babies.  lots of things happen during labor to make way for your baby to come out.

do your research. learn about the risks and benefits of induction. for a first birth, an induction doubles your chance of cesarean.  you can always refuse if you don't want to be induced.  i would at the very least find out your bishop score before being induced to make sure it is favorable.  if you are having bloody show that is encouraging.

also for a bigger baby some believe that they may find it easier to make their way out if you are able to be mobile and change positions, etc.  if you have an epidural or are induced and attached to a zillion machines this might be more difficult.

check this out:
http://www.pregnancybirthandbabies.com/Big_baby.htm

good luck to you.[/quote]

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