Cervical Measurements (All measurements on pg 1)

[mummy3]

Wow blucky those are brilliant weights What did the doctor say to do in the meantime to help with keeping baking? Hope you had a good weekend!

I've been on antibiotics for the last 3 days for a UTI but baby still cooking 4 days till go get steroids for him I dont know if will get the ffn at the end of the week now though, my bleeding has been red and a bit heavier the last couple days so need to see if it calms down for first or the result wont be accurate.

How's everyone else doing? Any sign of pink sparkle?

 

[d_b]

Just wanted to add my measurements to this thread! Well so far this pregnancy I just had 1 scan and was 3.5cm at 12 weeks which my doctor said was fine. I have another scan on Friday and really hoping things are ok!

With my first pregnancy cervix measured 2.9 at 21 weeks, 2.5 at 24 weeks, then put on bedrest and it went back up to 2.9 at 28 weeks. I was just supposed to 'take it easy' after that and I don't think they measured it past then. I went almost to term.

 

[jadey_fae]

That's reassuring that u got to term with a short CL. Giving me hope! How often are they going to scan u this time? Did u have any funnelling?

 

[25weeker]

bluckycharmed - That is great weights for your babies. Hopefully they will keep baking for a few more weeks at least.

mummy3 - hope your UTI has gone and you bleeding goes away so you can get the FFN test. Not long until you get the steroids.

Welcome d_b - Thanks for your measurements. I like hearing that despite a short cervix you got to near term last time. Gives us all hope.

I am now 21+2 so 2 days past the gestation I ended up in hospital so one milestone down. Although it's not quite the same as they aren't like for like in pregnancies as I was carrying two last time and one this time. So far I am feeling OK though, minimal back pain and no braxton hicks. All of which had started getting by about 18 weeks last time.

I haven't seen pink_sparkle on any of the boards and have to admit I am getting worried about her. Hope she is doing OK.

 

[25weeker]

As I am so busy in work I have added everyone's measurements to the 1st page so anyone who looks at the thread doesn't have to read through it all.

 

[jadey_fae]

Thank u 25 weeker (good idea) It doesn't matter but just in case anyone was looking at out stats and wanted to compare: I had a lot of funnelling at my last scan. I think like 9mm.

I'm worried too about pink sparkle but I think no news is good news. If something really bad had happened I don't think she would still be in hosp (if that makes sense?) I think they are watching her closely because of the bleed. I am positive she is still baking

 

[Pink_Sparkle]

Hi girls, I know some of you all ready to know but my baby is here and in NICU! He was born on monday at exactly 23 weeks gestation. He's a little fighter and we are hoping and praying he gets stronger everyday.

It turns out my stitch tore, over the weekend I was having increased bleeding with contractions. Morphine seemed to calm them down but they came back again, by monday midday I was 7-8cm dilated and his head was well down. I delivered him at 6.50pm. He was crying (whimpering) and very active. They are very pleased with his breathing. He still has a long road ahead of him but we are so thankful he has a fighting chance. The neonatal doctors have been great, they were right there as I delivered and im so thankful as he was before 24 weeks.

My own consultant had him doomed from the start (of the bleeding etc) Im glad he's showing everyone what he is capable of.

Could you please send some prayers and positivity our way. Thanks so much xxx

 

[25weeker]

pink_sparkle - sending lots of prayers and positivity your way.

I seen on the other thread he had a blood transfusion. All perfectly normal in the prem world. Holly had I think 3 with her last one being at 32 weeks gestation. It was touch and go if she needed another at 35 weeks but her bone marrow decided to kick in so she didn't. Apnoea's and desats are also part of the package with a prem and in the beginning they do forget to breathe which of course scares us parents lots and this sends their sats all over the place.

Well done on expressing some milk. It is tough going but your supply will build up over time.

Keep us updated on your amazing wee fighter xx

 

[mummy3]

Pink sparkle, big congrats on your little man Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way, he sounds such a strong boy Wtg on expressing milk already too, its a long journey but so rewarding Please do keep us updated xx

d-b thats awesome you went near to term Good luck for friday

25 weeker, yay for getting past the milestones How're you feeling today?

Jadey, whens your next check? Hope you're doing ok?

Still bleeding heavier today, really need to have slowed at least by tomorrow. It wont go, the bleed area is still big and active, though the blood seems to be swirling more inside the sac on ultrasound but it needs to slow for the ffn to be useful. UTI is gone thankfully.

 

[bluckycharmed]

Pink_Sparkle you and your precious baby are in my thoughts and prayers. From what I have read he sounds like a true fighter and I hope for only the best for you and him.

I hope everyone else is doing well too.

Mummy I hope that the bleeding subsides so you can get the FFN and get an accurate result, but at least the UTI is gone! I HATE utis!

AFM still baking here. Doc just said to continue to stay in the bed but I must admit I am going crazy. He didnt even bother measuring my cervix on Monday bc since there was only 5mm left he said there was no point. He did make sure I wasnt dilated though, and I wasnt. He said it is high and closed tight, and said I might even be able to hang on another month. I think its crazy how all the docs in my practice say something diff. One says the babies will def be here by 34 weeks, and then this guy said that he thinks they could bake another 5... I guess only they know when they plan on coming.

 

[mummy3]

Blucky, yeah UTIs do suck

Everytime the bleeding slows I get excited till it comes back

31 weeks is awesome Another 3, 4, 5 weeks will make a huge amount of difference too Babies do tend to come on their own schedules Sorry more bedrest though, its tough going! Are you managing to keep entertained still?

 

[bluckycharmed]

I guess I am keeping as entertained as I can be. I have been on bed rest for 5 weeks today... and finally feel like I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I spend most of my day on the computer with the TV in the background and then spend some of it actually watching the tv.

The boredom I have learned to handle... the new pain I am still not real used to.

 

[25weeker]

mummy3 - Glad to hear the UTI has gone. I hope the bleeding stops soon.

bluckycharmed - Great that you are still baking. It would be fab if your consultant was right and you lasted another 5 weeks because then you might get to take your babies straight home.

Pink_sparkle - I hope Ashton had another stable night.

Everyone else - Hope you are all doing ok.

Not much happening with me. My appointment isn't until 2nd May. When I got my cervix measurement last time and it was good it gives you a couple of days relief but I am back to wondering what it's doing. If only we could see lol. I have been working from home mostly so I can put my feet up. My MIL & FIL are coming today to clean the house which will be good

 

[karenh24]

mummy3 - Glad to hear the UTI has gone. I hope the bleeding stops soon.

bluckycharmed - Great that you are still baking. It would be fab if your consultant was right and you lasted another 5 weeks because then you might get to take your babies straight home.

Pink_sparkle - I hope Ashton had another stable night.

Everyone else - Hope you are all doing ok.

Not much happening with me. My appointment isn't until 2nd May. When I got my cervix measurement last time and it was good it gives you a couple of days relief but I am back to wondering what it's doing. If only we could see lol. I have been working from home mostly so I can put my feet up. My MIL & FIL are coming today to clean the house which will be good

I hope everyones doing ok. same with me 25 weeker my appointments on the 2nd aswell and not much to tell apart from wondering what my cervix is doing, bit annoyed with the consultant as i'll be nearly 22 weeks (so the time i lost baby last time) and she hasn't booked me for a scan just a review, i will be asking for a scan though

 

[mummy3]

Blucky, 5 weeks seems like a lifetime but to get babies to 34-36 weeks would be amazing, they do so well at that gestation Could even take baby straight home! Theres definately a light at the end of the tunnel

25 weeker, thats true the relief doesnt last long Thats good your in laws are coming to help clean to give you a break How's your toddler with you on rest?

Pink sparkle, thinking of you and Ashton

Karen, I really hope they give you a scan at the appointment! How're you feeling?

Bleeding still there today but is slowing again, I'm told it ikely will carry on to delivery as the bleed area is still big and right over my cervix but as long as light then can still do the ffn. Appointment at my OB tomorrow to check cervix and bleed/abruption and get first steroid, then hospital on saturday for the other steroid and see what plan is as changes often

Hope everyone is well

 

[karenh24]

im feeling ok thanx Mummy3 just paranoid with it obviously getting closer to my danger time. im just drinking plenty and resting, time is just going so slowly for me

 

[jadey_fae]

Pink sparkle, big congrats on your little man Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way, he sounds such a strong boy Wtg on expressing milk already too, its a long journey but so rewarding Please do keep us updated xx

d-b thats awesome you went near to term Good luck for friday

25 weeker, yay for getting past the milestones How're you feeling today?

Jadey, whens your next check? Hope you're doing ok?

Still bleeding heavier today, really need to have slowed at least by tomorrow. It wont go, the bleed area is still big and active, though the blood seems to be swirling more inside the sac on ultrasound but it needs to slow for the ffn to be useful. UTI is gone thankfully.

Hiya. I'm not having any more cervix checks. Since they put the stitch in they said they wouldn't. I was measuring at 2.3 with 9mm of funnelling. I just hope I get to 24 weeks. I am seeing my doc at 23 weeks. Should I ask for steroids?

 

[25weeker]

I am still working but am lucky I can work from home so do it with my feet up and my daughter goes to nursery. The only day I don't get to rest really is Friday as that's our day together so I like to take her places but I have stopped climbing about soft play or anything with her. She goes to tumble tots Friday morning and I wait outside the hall for her and there is a cafe so I get a rest there. As my cervix has been ok I have reduced my activity but am not totally stopping unless it starts shortening. When mum & dad are home she thinks dad is much more fun anyway but I have noticed I am getting a lot more kisses and cuddles recently.

jadey_fae - I would speak to the consultant about steroids. If your cervix is doing OK then I would hold off as they are more beneficial if taken closer to delivery.

I have a lovely clean house now Makes me want a cleaner when they stop!

 

[monro84]

Had an appt yesterday. He touched the stitch and press on my pelvis (which kinda hurt) he said length is still same so stitch is still good. He measured my stomach this time (First time for this) I did not get the measurements but he said the baby is a little over 2 lbs now. How can he get the weight from the measurements is it just an estimation?

I go back in 2 wks said I will get a cervical scan then and I have to do my GD test which I did one at 16 wks and passed but I thought that was early IDK maybe they do 2 here. He also said no sex or orgasms he did not want to chance it since I was 2/3rds of the way there. He has not even mentioned steroids. Do I need to mention them?

 

[mummy3]

Karen this time has to be so stressful Keep up with the drinking and resting on left side

Jadey might be worth an ask but if your doc thinks your cervix is doing ok and you have no other signs of perterm labour I think I'd hold of for a bit longer yet I'm getting them bang at 23 weeks more because of the bleed area weakening the amniotic sac and my history of pprom (with minimal cervical change).

25 weeker, working from home is a good compromise at being able to rest too Do you find yourself getting more cramping/pressure when you have done more?

I do have a cleaner once a week atm and although the kids make it like a bombsite by end of the day after lol its lovely before they get back from school

More kisses and cuddles is lovely

My 2 year old has been a bit grumpy the last couple days, I think its teeth but its hard to tell with her