Shoulder distortia

[Jacky209990]

Im not sure what I want from this, think I just need to write it down to gain some clarity.
I'm 37 weeks pregnant with my second dc. During my first dc's birth I experienced the cord stuck around her neck and then shoulder distortia. The aftercare was pretty appaling. Anyway I found my dd birth traumatic, which had an impact upon my mental health in the form of ptsd. This pregnancy has helped me to come to terms with what I experienced. Throughout this pregnancy I've been told shoulder distortia is just something that happens, it's difficult to predict. Today I had an ultrasound scan and they found my dc is healthy but is going to be a large baby, much larger than they thought. Dd was 8lb1oz and dc is 8lb already. Suddenly I'm told I can either have an induction this Friday or opt for a c-section. I suddenly feel terrified and just not sure what to do, the consultant was great and has given until Wednesday to decide. I just don't know what to do, go ahead with a virginal birth which still has the risk of shoulder distortia or opt for a c-section which has its own complications. I feel so overwhelmed.

I wouldn't go for an induction this early, personally. It will likely require a drip and if you are nervous around birth already (very understandably!) This might be a traumatic experience. I'd ask for a discussion with your consultant or midwife, think about the benefits and risks of each approach. An elective c section may be more calm option, but also bear in mind the size at scans is not always accurate x

I had a c section due to previous shoulder dystocia and all round hideous birth, it was fabulous!

Thanks both, my sister had an induction which just went on for days. They did say the scan can be out by 10%.

I also had an elective c-section after a previous shoulder dystocia birth and it was wonderful.

I read a stat that said the chance of shoulder dystopia is increased if you have already experienced one and wasn't willing to take the risk.

I also found that recovery from a c-section was much easier.

I'd go for the c section is shoulder dystocia recurring was a risk. Either way you won't get a virginal birth

*if!

I'm actually feeling a little calmer and clearer in what I want. I'm definitely leaning towards a c-section, sounds silly but you feel like you should try for a virginal birth. However I am more at risk due to previous shoulder distortia, my little one now potentially being a large baby and I have a higher bmi. My response today has highlighted how triggering this can be for me, has a pp suggested, I don't think being induced on a ward and having to wait on a ward is going to be good for me. I need to think about the longer term implications on my mental health. Thank you everyone for your responses.

Good luck OP, let us know how you get on x