My original due date, September 26th, came and went...no baby.
Back when we had the ultrasound to determine the baby's gender, the due date got backed up a couple days because of the measurements. That date was today....still no baby.
I had a doctor's appointment today. There hasn't been much progress to speak of really. The doctor said I MIGHT be a little more than 1 cm, but still only 50% effaced. So it looks like I'll be heading in for an induction this Thursday.
I guess I could always test the castor oil theory. One of my friends suggested it, and it's really the only natural induction method I haven't been brave enough to try in the past. And believe me, I've tried just about everything anyone suggests. Going for long walks, Eggplant Parmesean, spicy foods, I could go on and on. Nothing works. Anyone else tried and had success with castor oil? How long does it take for it to take effect? I just wonder if it might be worth it.
And I'm sure you've noticed that I continue to refer to him as "the baby." We are still leaning toward Ryan Matthew. It's the name we tell everyone, but for some reason, neither of us are 100% convinced that's the name we want to go with. I'm not sure what our problem is with this whole name issue. I guess we'll just have to look at him and see if it fits. :)
4 comments:
All I have heard with Castor Oil is that YOU will be friggin miserable and its not even guaranteed it'll work. You've tried the Eggplant Parmesean but did you try it at Scalini's? They put something special in theirs that has made women go into labor.
Good luck to you! One way or another, baby boy will be here this week. Enjoy the time you have left with just two before you have three beautiful kiddies running wild. :0)
Yep, even Eggplant Parmesean from Scalini's... :)
I had heard that about Castor Oil too. That's exactly why I hadn't gotten brave enough to try it. haha Thanks for the info!
Good luck this Thursday. I guess the baby is having a grand ol' time in your belly. Plus he probably knows it's going to get cold when he gets out. Let me know if you need anything! Don't hesitate to call!
Next time, use Evening Primrose at 36 weeks to thin. I'm interested to see if that will help. Too bad we have to wait so long. :)
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