Sorry dawngloves that my post would upset you, it was obviously not intended in that way. I'm sure you know the majority of 36wkrs are absolutely fine, we do not routinely admit any 36 wkr, in fact most 35wk babies go home from the maternity ward.
What I was trying to say was I wouldn't be as worried having a 36wk baby (on the 80th centile and no problems) than waiting to be induced at 42 weeks. This is only due to my experience which I know is much less than yours...

How are things going?

Thanks for thinking of me
Am now 40+2, seeing the midwife today and then a possible USS on Monday because he is so big xx

Sending good thoughts your way for a smooth delivery and a healthy baby and mama! Keep us updated.

Originally Posted by babyRN.

hey...the lungs are matured at 37 weeks, right? Just wait another week! Here's to you having a safe delivery and a healthy baby : )

No! Not all babies have mature lungs at 37 weeks! :angryfire
Fetal lung maturity is never the same and this misconception of "baby is mature at 37" weeks is naive!!!!

To the OP:
I work in a center much like yours. We see about 1=3% of all babies born in a 200 mile radius. It's scary, it's overwhelming and sometimes extremely sad.
You have a couple of weeks to a month to go. Ask to work with the less sick babies, don't attend deliveries if you can help it.
Focus on your health and that of your baby. As a HC provider you have a hand up on all those women who don't know about fetal lung maturity, pre-term induction, post-term induction and so on.
A honest conversation with your midwife is warranted. If you are 100% sure of your dates, you may not have to wait for 42 weeks to come for an induction. Also, what about "home remedies" to help with labor? I'll put it this way, go have a little fun with your man before the baby arrives!
Go on a date, light some candles, make some spicy foods, you get this gist of what I'm saying! RELAX!!!! Get a pre-natal massage, play some music, punch some bags at the gym if you feel your work is getting in the way of your very own delivery.
Congrats on the upcoming arrival of your little one and enjoy mommy-hood!

Thanks for your advice xx

Hi just to update you all, I'm being induced on Friday after a discussion with the consultant obs. Will be 41+3.
Thanks for all the advice x