Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 23:01     Subject: Postponed Induction
We’re in a similar boat - I hit 39 weeks on a Saturday, but with two other small kids, childcare is a factor.

We scheduled a Monday induction (39+2). I really don’t think a couple days makes a huge difference.
Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 22:58     Subject: Re:Postponed Induction
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I'm so sorry that sounds stressful. My mfm suggested 39 week induction due to my age as well. I'm curious since my 39 week date is on a Friday that basically guarantees a weekend delivery which I would love to avoid if possible as I imagine the better doctors don't work weekends and services like lactation consultant are limited, does anyone know how this works? I'd hate to have it pushed until the following Monday and risk still birth- has anyone ever been scheduled slightly before 39 weeks?


I had multiple scheduled deliveries and was never allowed before 39 weeks. This most recent time I was trying to do 38+6 for logical reasons and was told no.

However, I was just at VHC over a weekend post delivery. I was seen by the head of most departments on weekend days and had lactation consultants come on both a Saturday and Sunday so at least at VHC the concern about doctors was not reflected in my experience.


+1 on weekend LC availability at VHC. We were fully supported. My husband was even able to take a class. We felt well cared for by all staff. Went in early Fri and babe born midday Saturday.

Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 18:29     Subject: Postponed Induction
You can try calling daily to see if they're having a lull in spontaneous births. If it is a slow day they may be happy to accommodate you.
Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 17:04     Subject: Re:Postponed Induction
Anonymous wrote:I'm so sorry that sounds stressful. My mfm suggested 39 week induction due to my age as well. I'm curious since my 39 week date is on a Friday that basically guarantees a weekend delivery which I would love to avoid if possible as I imagine the better doctors don't work weekends and services like lactation consultant are limited, does anyone know how this works? I'd hate to have it pushed until the following Monday and risk still birth- has anyone ever been scheduled slightly before 39 weeks?


I had multiple scheduled deliveries and was never allowed before 39 weeks. This most recent time I was trying to do 38+6 for logical reasons and was told no.

However, I was just at VHC over a weekend post delivery. I was seen by the head of most departments on weekend days and had lactation consultants come on both a Saturday and Sunday so at least at VHC the concern about doctors was not reflected in my experience.
Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 15:19     Subject: Re:Postponed Induction
Anonymous wrote:I'm so sorry that sounds stressful. My mfm suggested 39 week induction due to my age as well. I'm curious since my 39 week date is on a Friday that basically guarantees a weekend delivery which I would love to avoid if possible as I imagine the better doctors don't work weekends and services like lactation consultant are limited, does anyone know how this works? I'd hate to have it pushed until the following Monday and risk still birth- has anyone ever been scheduled slightly before 39 weeks?



They won’t let you schedule before 39 weeks unless there is a medical reason. I’d get it scheduled asap though because spots fill up. I wouldn’t worry about weekend staffing. L&D wards run 24/7 365.
Anonymous
Post 12/28/2024 13:51     Subject: Re:Postponed Induction
I'm so sorry that sounds stressful. My mfm suggested 39 week induction due to my age as well. I'm curious since my 39 week date is on a Friday that basically guarantees a weekend delivery which I would love to avoid if possible as I imagine the better doctors don't work weekends and services like lactation consultant are limited, does anyone know how this works? I'd hate to have it pushed until the following Monday and risk still birth- has anyone ever been scheduled slightly before 39 weeks?
Anonymous
Post 12/27/2024 14:54     Subject: Postponed Induction
Anonymous wrote:No real advice OP if there isn’t space available…that sucks and I really feel for you.

Can you get a NST every day? I would absolutely request that.

Hugs (just had a baby at AMA as well).


Thank you for the incredibly kind reply. I was able to talk them into scheduling me only a day after my original induction and I’m getting an NST the morning before.

Thanks for the virtual hugs ❤️
Anonymous
Post 12/27/2024 12:52     Subject: Postponed Induction
No real advice OP if there isn’t space available…that sucks and I really feel for you.

Can you get a NST every day? I would absolutely request that.

Hugs (just had a baby at AMA as well).
Anonymous
Post 12/27/2024 12:37     Subject: Postponed Induction
I just had my previously scheduled induction postponed 5 days. I’m 42 years old and 39+1 and felt super strongly about delivering around 39 weeks due to possible stillbirth. Has anyone haps any luck with getting their induction date moved sooner? I’m freaking out. I’m