Just wanted to ask the nurses a few questions (not medical advice) and I know things are different with each pt and each pregnancy, but if your willing to listen...
I'm 40 weeks, 1-2 cms dialated, baby still floating, have borderline PIH, hx of PIH and toxemia with 1st and 2nd baby, #1 was a csection, #2 VBAC with latened/ prolonged labor. This baby is measuring around 7.5 lbs (I'm overweight if that means anything).
Question... I'm getting induced in the am with Pitocin...(tried cervidil with #1 at 36 weeks and didn't work).. Doc said that if by the evening I wasn't progressing I may need a C section. Didn't say anything about fetal distress or anything at this point. Since I'm not really dialating or anything... with the pitocin be effective?? will this be a one day thing??? or will I be in labor for ever?? Not to sound impatient..how long will it take??
As far as pain control..I'd like an epidural and will wait as long as I can for it. Any input would help.
