Good afternoon everyone.
I've had my birth choices appointment today, after a lot of talking they said they're happy to sign off on an ELCS at 40 weeks, but they'd also offer an induction at 38 weeks that would be completely lead by me and I'd be a high priority case so would be unlikely to get pushed back for bed space etc, since my biggest worry is birthing alone at home, I chose the induction option, I told them though that I'd want to be given the pessary and then left to my own devices for the day, I also stressed that if I tell any midwife I'm in labour they best damn well take me seriously!
They talked me through what I'd have to do if I did go into labour at home as well and they'll give me a home birth pack to keep at home just in case.
I'm happy with the outcome, I'd spent a lot of time worrying about the recovery of an ELCS and how I'd manage it logistically and waiting until 40 weeks would fill me with fear every day worrying about going into labour by myself.
I'm back on the 5th Dec to book an induction date with the consultant, I'm also going to enquire about using one of the home rooms in the birthing suite so after I've had the pessary I can be a bit more comfortable pottering around it with DP feeling as calm and relaxed as possible, they have little kitchenettes and sofas and huge showers and a tv etc in them.
Although 38 weeks makes me due in April, I'm planning on staying here for the journey. 