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Transverse at 36+2

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Piranha1981 · 05/01/2011 07:11

Title says it all really - baby has been transverse since 28 weeks (that I know of) and besides shifting around once so that she was transverse the other way round, still seems determined to remain stubbornly horizontal.

My last antenatal appointment was at 33+5 weeks and my next isn't until next week when I'll be 37 weeks, because of the xmas break, so I won't know for definite her position until then, but I'm pretty sure i can feel buttocks lodged under my ribs on the right and head stuck into my hip on the left, which is pretty much how she's been lying for some time now.

I've been doing yoga and swimming throughout my pregnancy, using a birth ball since about 20 weeks, crawling around the floor on all fours (recently) and doing some of the spinning babies exercises. Also started taking Pulsatilla when I hit 36 weeks.
I'm also going to give moxibustion a go and possibly see a chiropractor next week.

I'm getting quite strong Braxton Hicks which are starting to verge on painful at night, as well as a lot of movement from my baby, so it feels like she's trying to move round, but every morning it's clear she's still wedged there horizontally

So my question is if she's still transverse at 37 weeks when I have my next antenatal appointment, what is the midwife likely to suggest? Do you have to stay in hospital for monitoring with an ECV or can you go home? At what point do you think they are likely to suggest a CS? Would it be stupid to insist that I'm given more time for the baby to turn naturally (given risk of cord prolapse etc. - now am scaring myself by googling)

I've had a relatively easy pregnancy so far and have been categorised as "low risk" throughout - was really wanting to remain on the home from home unit and keep the birth as natural and low intervention as possible. Do I still have a chance of this or do I need to resign myself to a birth involving a greater amount of intervention?

Sorry I know there's still some time for her to turn naturally, just starting to really worry about what will be suggested at my next antenatal appointment and whether it is wise to question what the midwives say / insist on more time.

Thanks all in advance...

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spidookly · 05/01/2011 08:20

I was in your position (arf!) almost exactly a year ago.

When you have your next appointment they will probably make an appointment for ELCS around 38 or 39 weeks.

In my case she turned the morning I was in for the CS. Was all prepped for surgery, wearing socks, starving hungry and gasping for a drink, final scan just to check exact position for grabbing her to take her out...

"this baby's head is down"

"WHAT?!" :o

best of luck, hope she turns and you get the birth you're hoping for.

If she shouldn't, an ELCS is a nice experience. I know how disappointed you'll feel, but it's a calm and pleasant way to meet your new baby :)

JiltedJohnsJulie · 05/01/2011 08:28

If it does go to ELCS please don't feel disappointed. You don't get a shiney big medal for a natural birth and, if it comes to that, ELCs could be best for you and your baby.

When you've got your lovely baby in your arms, look in those eyes and take pride in the fact that you did your best for them, whichever way it is

FWIW both mine were transverse until quite late and turned themselves.

takethatlady · 05/01/2011 09:11

I was transverse until the day after my due date, and my mum went into labour the next day (this was 28 years ago). Hopefully the baby will shift!

tlise · 05/01/2011 11:22

With my youngest, they didn't discover until I was scanned at 36 weeks...they were adamant before he was correct position and only found out by accident. Turning wasn't an option, can't remember why. I think it could have been because they felt he would just go back.

I had to go and see the consultant at 37 weeks and was admitted immediately in case of water breaking early. Although some admit you at 36 weeks depending on who you get. Don't google, it always give's you the worst case possible lol. I would be surprised if they let you come home from then on even if they do decide to try and turn it. If waters do go, they only have a very short time to get baby out if the cord is first.

They scanned me again at 38 weeks after I had been stood for most of 24 hours rolling my hips (more on that in a minute)he had put his head down, so before I could blink, I was in theatre, being got ready for an emergency c-section in case when they broke my water he moved and the cord came first. It didn't, water went, he slotted into place and came out eventually 12 hours later. But it was better they got me ready just in case as it meant hubby would be in there and I wouldn't be put to sleep.

Now this one, is being a little bugger from the start. I have had 5 scans now and every time he/she is transverse. And all the movements I am getting are in the same place. I am pretty sure its not going to move...the hospital don't seem to think he is, as he is my 6th and given my last pregnancy, so I am booked in for a scan at 36 weeks, but my mw today said if he refuses to move and they won't turn for whatever reason, it will be a cs. I would just like to know one way or the other so I know how you feel.

I don't know if you have tried this, but the tip I was given from a midwife is to stand as much as possible, rolling your hips, as though you have a hula hoop round your waist. As I said, I did that for most of 24 hours and it did work so its worth a try if you haven't already :)

takethatlady · 05/01/2011 13:47

Sorry - didn't really make it clear - I shifted of my own accord the day before my mum went into labour. I think this happens a lot, so there's hope :)

GoldFrakkincenseAndMyrrh · 05/01/2011 14:10

I have a transverse little bugger too and nothing I do will shift it despite only being 25 weeks. Had yet another scan today (position means they couldn't/still can't see the face) and they were making noises about me maybe wanting to start ML earlier so they can do a CS.

I am in the intervention capital of Europe though... But if you're transverse that late on they'll definitely mention the option to you, just so you're prepared to hear it, but you can ask about the feasibility of an ECV (depends on positioning) or waiting to see.

Pootle78 · 05/01/2011 14:33

Am in same position as you op, am 37 weeks today and at last appointment at 34 weeks baby was oblique but has also been transverse as well. Had lots of movement over last 10 days as though baby is trying to move but all movement seems to be around belly button or a kick in the kidneys! Am currently sat waiting to see the midwife so should know in 20 mins what the little b*gger is up to!

FIngers crossed for both of us our little ones play ball but as others have said you don't get a medal for a vb and the most important thing is to have a healthy baby and you at the end of it all!

auntyfash · 05/01/2011 14:37

Another one here who had a transverse baby until just before labour. There was talk of a cs but it wasn't needed in the end.

tlise · 05/01/2011 15:26

Goldfrakkincense I know that feeling. Wasn't until I saw consultant for 3rd anomaly scan that we could see face at all and even then its only the very front that's clear. She couldn't even do all heart checks. And to get that, cos of my placenta being at the front, she about had me stood on my head. Then said "haven't you had any pictures before now" when I asked for one. Yes I had 3, 2 very nice back of the head and one foot grrrr. I'm 25+5 but I can tell by movements always being in same place it aint shifting.

GoldFrakkincenseAndMyrrh · 05/01/2011 15:55

Sounds oh so familiar except for moving around - she just wasn't bothered and dismissed it when I offered to try. The most she had me do was roll onto my side. I have another scan (9th and counting....) booked in mid Feb so fingers crossed for then.

tlise · 05/01/2011 20:03

They hadn't moved me till I saw her. They didn't even ask if I would try something cold, or fizzy which I thought they might. fingers crossed for you next month ;)

L2016 · 05/01/2011 21:23

Has anyone else found that baby being transverse is very uncomfortable - as in more uncomfortable than if head up/down because tummy is tighter? I am 30w with DC1, finding baby's position makes it hard to walk as my tummy is so tightly stretched.

Pootle78 · 05/01/2011 21:28

Well midwife couldn't work out where baby is so being sent for a scan, due to closing for Christmas they have a huge backlog have said it might not be til end of next week when I'll be 38 +2.

Midwife didn't seem to concerned so can't worry until we see what's going on, so still waiting!

tlise · 07/01/2011 22:07

I have had more pain with this one, like bad stitches, I assume its ligaments stretching. Even when lying down. It also feels heavier sometimes.

CrapBag · 08/01/2011 12:01

My DS was transverse until 37 weeks. He turned and I didn't even know. He was a big baby so I assumed I should have felt something but I didn't.

Now I am 35 weeks and they think that this one may be breech! Got scan on Wednesday.

Pootle78 · 08/01/2011 15:38

Had my scan and baby is head down so well done baby pootle!

tlise · 08/01/2011 21:57

yay pootle baby xx

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