My cardiologist (Dr. G.) has been on holidays for the month of July & returns next Monday. In her absence she wanted me to meet with her collegue (Dr. S) in the event I went into labour early. Although I appreciated her consideration & the time that her collegue spent with me, I am not a big fan of his "opinion" of my condition.
At my appointment today, Dr. S stated that he has one small disagreement with Dr. G's opinion of my "activity" during labour. Like with Sydney, Dr. G states that I should push for no more than half an hour before they assist the delivery. Dr. S does not think I should push at all & that my uterus should move the baby down & then have it delivered with the use of forceps. He says this like it is no big deal!!! He obviously is not the one who has had large metal tongs shoved where it is not comfy!!!
Before allowing myself to get too upset about this little "change" in plan, I waited to discuss the difference of opinion with my obstetrician. Since there has been no change in my health since Dr. G last saw me & Dr. S's plan is just a difference of opinion, whose will they go with??? She assured me that they will follow-up with Dr. G on Monday to see if she agrees with Dr. S's plan or if we can continue with her original plan.
I recognize that all advice is given with the consideration of my health & the baby's health in mind, but when it comes to a forcep delivery...I would prefer to give it a go (at least a few pushes) & try to avoid that avenue.
Dr. G & Dr. S seem to have two different opinions & I am hoping that we can continue on the understanding of the one who knows my history better. However I am thankful to Dr. S for signing off on doing my "bedrest" at home this weekend rather than the hospital. I won't be calling people begging them to come hang out at Mac with me this weekend.
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