But at 39 weeks and 2 days pregnant, I've changed doctors. I had just had enough at the other place. I knew they weren't a perfect fit a while ago, but thought I could make it work. After I got home from my ordeal on Tuesday, I called the DC Birth Center and made an appointment to go there today, thanks to Lane's suggestion.
It was worlds different meeting with a midwife. She talked to us for at least an hour - probably longer than all my other visits put together over the past 8 months. She also felt my belly, told me what position the baby was in, and most importantly, I felt so comfortable and at ease.
When she looked at my belly she said I was having a contraction. She said she could tell just by looking at it because it was all tight and the baby was sticking out so far. She showed Lane and had him feel the difference between my contracted and non contracted belly. When she told me that was a contraction, I told her I must have a lot of contractions, because that happens all the time. I had no idea. They are the practice Braxton Hicks kind.
I felt so relaxed and calm after we left. We are going back on Monday for another appointment. Now I can safely call the other doctor office and cancel my upcoming appointment AND the induction appointment at the hospital.
phew.
Do yourself a favor if you're ever pregnant and go straight to a midwife.
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4 comments:
we don't think you're crazy. what a good decision! :) and so happy that you're feeling more relaxed and at ease. go midwife! hugs and kisses, belleza!
Awww, I'm so happy for the three of you!
Way to go! Don't put up with rude people just because they are doctors! I'm so glad your midwife was nice and attentive. Will you still have a doula? I think you being comfortable will make all the difference in the world when you deliver. Good luck!
Braxton Hicks are not so comfortable, but they WILL help you dialate and hopefully bring on labor more quickly.
btw, i'll email you the recipe for the ooey gooeys, i got it from annie, and they were DELICIOUS! so delicious i didn't want to share them with my kids and instead gave them crappy brownies that one of the guests brought. They are too young to know the difference!
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