After a PCOS diagnosis, two IUIs, and one round of IVF, Muriel found out she was pregnant! The pregnancy did not occur and she planned for an unmedicated hospital birth. In the last weeks, very low levels of amniotic fluid (Oligohydramnios) became a cause for concern and required close monitoring. One day, Muriel noticed a significant decrease in fetal movement that led to an unexpected induction. He and his team had to recalibrate his birth plan on the fly to keep up with the rapidly evolving situation. After 33 hours of labor, including 5 hours of pushing the baby to a +2 station, it became clear that she was stuck and was becoming agitated which ultimately resulted in a complicated and difficult Cesarean delivery. Her son, Sol, was born healthy about two days after his induction.
Muriel Schneider Bio
Muriel is a creative director, yoga teacher, bean and cheese burrito enthusiast, tv-binger, and mom. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, cats, and baby boy, Sol. You can find her on Instagram @____muriel or contact her through her website www.murielschneider.com
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