Hello, I'm looking for advice and lived experience from people in a similar situation:
I'm 37 weeks with DS2 and had 2 growth scans (at 32 and 36 weeks), both predicting LGA baby, with all measurements on or above the 97th percentile and estimated weight at 36 weeks already clocking 3650g. This means he could well be 4500 at 39 weeks 😱
Not overweight myself, no gestational diabetes, healthy diet and exercise in pregnancy; I'm average build and height: 163cm. Most likely baby is big due to genetics as DH is very tall. Our firstborn was also long (although not as chunky) and his birth was very long and hard, ending with forceps and episiotomy.
I'm 42 so was recommended induction at 39 weeks due to risk of placenta deteriorating. I was okay with that, but now I'm considering elective C-section due to labour stalling and shoulder dystocia risks.
My thinking is that with a baby this big, there's more chance the induction will be grueling and end up in theatre anyway. I want to choose a path with the least risk to the baby, although of course I'd rather avoid having to recover from exhausting attempted labour AND emergency C-section. Seeing the midwife on Tuesday so I reckon I'll need to make a choice then.
Was anyone in similar situation recently? What did you decide and what was the outcome? Would love to hear your experiences to get some perspective! Thank you for sharing ❤️