When you’re 40 weeks pregnant and your little one shows no signs of making an entrance, things can get a bit frantic. I remember my own pregnancies stretching to 42 weeks, during which I tried everything from chiropractic adjustments to spicy food and even silly acupressure techniques. But none of those methods were as exhilarating (or entertaining) as the approach taken by one determined mom.
Meet Jenna Foster
Meet Jenna Foster from Minneapolis, Minnesota. At 40 weeks pregnant, Jenna decided to slip into her swimsuit and hit the wakesurfing waves, hoping it might encourage her baby to make an appearance. Spoiler alert: it didn’t work, because as anyone who’s experienced pregnancy knows, babies come when they’re good and ready. However, Jenna’s adventurous attempt resulted in some fantastic video clips.
“Had to give it a shot,” Jenna shared. “Maybe wakesurfing will get things going. Come on, little one! We’re ready to meet you!” Approaching 41 weeks, it was only natural for her to feel a bit impatient.
Understanding Wakesurfing
Jenna clarified to ABC News, “People often mix up wakesurfing with wakeboarding or tubing. When you wakeboard, you’re going about 25 miles an hour, but wakesurfing is much slower—around 9 or 10 miles per hour behind a specially designed wakesurf boat. It’s a safe, low-impact activity; if I were to fall, it would be like splashing into a pool.”
As expected, the internet’s self-proclaimed experts weighed in with their opinions on ABC News’ post, criticizing Jenna for her parenting choices. Oh, the internet never fails to entertain!
The Arrival of Baby Max
Just five days later, baby Max made his grand entrance into the world. While the wakesurfing didn’t play a role in his arrival, Jenna now has an incredible story to share with her little surfer baby. “He’s truly amazing. I was told I might never conceive, so it all feels surreal,” she exclaimed. “He’s got long hair—definitely my little surfer!”
Further Reading
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Conclusion
In summary, Jenna’s unique approach to inducing labor through wakesurfing showcases the lengths some moms will go when they feel overdue. While her attempt didn’t speed up the process, it certainly made for a memorable experience.