Tomorrow, November 28, 2008, Mommy and I will know our Induction of labor schedule. Yes, Mommy will go through a “forced” labor next week. It’s a choice she doesn’t really relish since she always wanted to have a natural labor.
Others see induction of labor as unethical – something that’s going against God’s plan. But that isn’t so. You see, Mommy doesn’t intend to precede God’s timeline. We know that I will be at my “ripest” for picking on the 11th of December. But I have to be outside of Mommy’s tummy as early as December 1. Why? Read on.
Induction of labor is an obstetrical process that allows the initiation of labor before it begins on its own accord. Yes, it seems unnatural for many because the best way to go into labor is of course to wait until the baby’s ready and wants to go out on his own. But Mommy has been reading all about this process since that “Water-breaking-scare” last November 15. Mommy knows this is a legitimate process and is not breaking any law. It is even often necessary when complications arrive and Mommies and babies have to be saved from a dangerous pregnancy.
There are actually so many reasons for inducing labor. One of which is parent’s choice. Yes, parent’s have the choice if they want to deliver early due to some domestic situations that could somehow justify a safely timed induction. This is legitimate as long as the Mommy passes the following requirements – Mommy is within one week of her due date, and her cervix is “ripe” for induction. A ripe cervix is determined through its dilation, thinning and measurement from the baby’s head. These requirements are important so the doctor won’t have to fight a stubborn anatomy and thus increasing the risk of a Cesarean Section.
Another is for health reasons. A common indication to induce labor is Pre-eclampsia. Another is when the baby’s growth inside the tummy is slowing and is worrisome; it might be better for him to continue growing outside his Mommy’s womb. Also, a baby who’s overstaying inside Mommy’s tummy should also be induced to save him from fetal distress. Another could be early breaking of water. – That’s what happened to Mommy.
Mommy’s doctor told her it’s actually a race against infection. Mommy’s taking
antibiotics for days now. Just to make sure no infection can take over that would worsen the complication. Unfortunately for Mommy though, induction should be done to her whether or not she passes the induction requirements. Therefore, Mommy’s at risk for
failure to dilate and may go on a C-Section. This worries Mom so much; not only because it is more expensive but also because she doesn’t want to be “weak” for a longer time. She wants her energy back right after delivery so she can take care of me right then and there. But well, Mommy knows a CS is not the worst thing that could happen. Due to her condition, it’s just a second choice for her. But poor Mommy, she’ll be in much pain when the doctor finds her “unripe” for labor. It will be a very long drawn affair and it may wear out my Mom! And then there’s the possibility of CS looming around her. Mommy doesn’t want to be stressed out during labor. She should be relaxed right?
But on top of all these worries and complications, Mommy is still positive everything will turn out right with the Father’s guidance. God is just a prayer away, Mommy always tell me that. Surely, He won’t neglect Mommy and her little angel…