Category: Pregnancy
Question: Good day

What advise to you have for pregnant woman who is now 41 weeks pregnant and almost loose hope because its taking too long When she was about 38 weeks pregnant doctor advise to be having sex daily and regular exercise to increase the chance of giving birth soon and we having we trying these things but still no luck

At some point doctor told her that if at 42 weeks and still  did not give birth then he will give her some drugmedicine to take so she can give birth

She was just from the doctor yesterday but the doctor only told her to go back by next week when she will be 42 weeks

Now we considering to go to another clinichospital to see a different doctor Please advise
Answer: Hello The maximum time a baby should stay in the womb is 41 weeks and 3 days If the pregnancy goes beyond that the baby will need to be brought out either by inducing labor or a cesarean section But this decision is best taken by a qualified obstetrician Please find one and visit as soon as possible Hope this helps
Category: Pregnancy
Question: Good day

What advise to you have for pregnant woman who is now 41 weeks pregnant and almost loose hope because its taking too long When she was about 38 weeks pregnant doctor advise to be having sex daily and regular exercise to increase the chance of giving birth soon and we having we trying these things but still no luck

At some point doctor told her that if at 42 weeks and still  did not give birth then he will give her some drugmedicine to take so she can give birth

She was just from the doctor yesterday but the doctor only told her to go back by next week when she will be 42 weeks

Now we considering to go to another clinichospital to see a different doctor Please advise
Answer: Hello Sir 

Dont worry your baby is not considered overdue until 42 weeks but if by then labour hasnt commenced the doctor will discuss options of inducing her or delivery by Caesarean section 

Sometimes a baby is not actually overdue but the due date might just be wrong during calculation 

However if you would prefer you can seek a second opinion from a obstetrician but ensure you provide all information or you request for a medical report from your primary physician obstetrician for a complete history of the gestation period   

Please continue the light exercises including sex except your doctor has asked you specifically to stop 

All the best as you await your bundle of joy