Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[lizziedripping]

Welcome choviegirl (hun, you seem to be in almost exactly the same situaiton as dmj, what I've just written to her also applies sweet ), sunflower and scrooples. Hope we can help you on your pregnancy journey. Let me know if you need anything

Pinklady, did I miss you somewhere along the line? there have been so many new members over the last few days I've lost track. Give me a nudge if I have xxx

Scrooples - I can totally understand your predicament, but the only way to be sure is to postpone your hols and maybe re book when you get the all clear? If you do have IC, then it really wouldnt be wise for you to travel at around 23wks (which is the only thing I can say for certain hun), but you'd probably be ok from 32wks on. All you can really do is wait for things to unfold and then make a decision, unless of course you're ok to take the chance on it and maybe lose the deposit xxx

 

[DMJ]

Thankyou lizzie for your reply .. It really does bring comfort

As of yet I havnt funnelled to the stitch at my last check everything was still looking lovely and long, I go back for my next check up next Wednesday. Il keep you all updated ..

Xx

 

[lizziedripping]

Hi dmj, sorry I referred to your non-existent funneling lol. It was late and I got confused between ladies What I said still stands, but you need to sometimes filter out my late night inane ramblings x

 

[pinkladyangel]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

 

[LindyB]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

That's great news! Can I just ask - how did they measure your cervix length today? When I had a stitch last pregnancy at 16 weeks, I asked how my cervix was at my 20 week scan and they said they wouldn't be able to tell. Did you have an internal scan to measure the length as well? I'm having my first cervical length scan tomorrow (I'm 15 weeks). I'm not sure when I'm having a stitch yet. But 5cm and closed is brilliant news!

 

[LindyB]

Whoops! Looks like my Lilypie ticker thing hasn't worked. What a genius I am!

 

[FoxMommy]

I had an ic with my first baby. We are thinking about getting pregnant again soon and I am wondering if it is possible to not have it with a second baby. I'm also nervous about getting the stitch if I need to. Does it hurt? How far along would i be before they place it? Does it require an overnight hospital stay?
Thanks everyone.

 

[pinkladyangel]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

That's great news! Can I just ask - how did they measure your cervix length today? When I had a stitch last pregnancy at 16 weeks, I asked how my cervix was at my 20 week scan and they said they wouldn't be able to tell. Did you have an internal scan to measure the length as well? I'm having my first cervical length scan tomorrow (I'm 15 weeks). I'm not sure when I'm having a stitch yet. But 5cm and closed is brilliant news!

Hi Lindy B
Wasn't internal scan hun. But she measured it. Could see stitch was holding cervix firmly closed. Last year when I had already dilated there was just a big gap and they couldn't even see stitch. So all good this time. woop woop.

 

[pinkladyangel]

Welcome choviegirl (hun, you seem to be in almost exactly the same situaiton as dmj, what I've just written to her also applies sweet ), sunflower and scrooples. Hope we can help you on your pregnancy journey. Let me know if you need anything

Pinklady, did I miss you somewhere along the line? there have been so many new members over the last few days I've lost track. Give me a nudge if I have xxx

Scrooples - I can totally understand your predicament, but the only way to be sure is to postpone your hols and maybe re book when you get the all clear? If you do have IC, then it really wouldnt be wise for you to travel at around 23wks (which is the only thing I can say for certain hun), but you'd probably be ok from 32wks on. All you can really do is wait for things to unfold and then make a decision, unless of course you're ok to take the chance on it and maybe lose the deposit xxx

Hi Lizzie
Think you and Christiana have given me lots advice when I first came on here. Had my stitch 7 weeks ago now and with work and everything only get on here to catch up with whats happening. Also not much to report with me which is a good thing. Stitch and our little man seem to be behaving themselves.
XXX

 

[shelleyanddan]

I has laser ablation to abnormal cervical cells in 2010 (cin 3).. does anyone know what are my chances of incompetent cervix or early labour???


Should i ask them to check my cervix at next scan?? would that have to be internal?

 

[DMJ]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

Hi pinkladyangel, can I just ask a question?
Are you on any bed rest or have any restrictions?
Well done on the good cervix length
Xx

 

[millieboo1111]

First of all i just want to say how sorry I am to hear your sad sad news Yellowyamyam . if there is anything i can do please ask. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

I hope everyone is well! Has anyone heard from Sunkiss or know she is? i remember she said she may be on hospital bedrest from 24 wks so maybe has no internet connection? I havnt seen her post for a while.

I havnt posted in a while as things have been ticking over ok. We are 23+2 now and had our progesterone shots yesterday. Did anyone else feel out of control emotionally after them? It might also be bed rest and the fact the weather has been so nice its got me a little depressed. The littlest thing has nearly sent me over the edge. such as yesterday (before shots) i went to get my prune juice out of patients fridge and someone had opened it, i nearly cried!!! so trivial i know and then later I just thought if thats my only worry today then im doing well

Im so clingy also which is a trait i dont like in me but know i have. I like to see myself as fiercly independent. but ive been lonely even though ive had lots of visitors and my husband is at the hospital 12 hours a day. ive made friends with two lovely women both in similar positions which helps give me hope.

Ive found myself feeling resentment towards my husband because he just wants me chained to the bed and when i try to explain i need a little bit of fresh air now and again or to walk to get a cup of tea he gets upset like im being selfish. We are newly married (march 24th 2012) and havnt had a honeymoon due to all complications. it is a difficult time for us both and when he announces hes going for meals with friends or to a convention we were both planning on going to a year ago i get quite upset. I dont want him not to go because that would be selfish but i just want him to be a little more understanding and sensitive towards me and my needs to keep a balance of health. I am also high risk DVT as my grandmother died from a blood clot and my father nearly died so i do need to keep a certain amount of mobility. Im so sorry for moaning on just thought someone might be able to help or at least understand.

apart from that i had a scan yesterday and since 10 days ago my funnelling is almost the same and my cervix is stable at 26.3mm (last time was 26.7mm) baby is really active a kicks ALOT which is really reassuring.

thank you in advance xx love to you all xx

 

[lizziedripping]

Welcome choviegirl (hun, you seem to be in almost exactly the same situaiton as dmj, what I've just written to her also applies sweet ), sunflower and scrooples. Hope we can help you on your pregnancy journey. Let me know if you need anything

Pinklady, did I miss you somewhere along the line? there have been so many new members over the last few days I've lost track. Give me a nudge if I have xxx

Scrooples - I can totally understand your predicament, but the only way to be sure is to postpone your hols and maybe re book when you get the all clear? If you do have IC, then it really wouldnt be wise for you to travel at around 23wks (which is the only thing I can say for certain hun), but you'd probably be ok from 32wks on. All you can really do is wait for things to unfold and then make a decision, unless of course you're ok to take the chance on it and maybe lose the deposit xxx

Hi Lizzie
Think you and Christiana have given me lots advice when I first came on here. Had my stitch 7 weeks ago now and with work and everything only get on here to catch up with whats happening. Also not much to report with me which is a good thing. Stitch and our little man seem to be behaving themselves.
XXX

Thanks PL - had a bit of a memory lapse this week

Brilliant news about your long cervix, that must be such a huge relief xxx

 

[lizziedripping]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

That's great news! Can I just ask - how did they measure your cervix length today? When I had a stitch last pregnancy at 16 weeks, I asked how my cervix was at my 20 week scan and they said they wouldn't be able to tell. Did you have an internal scan to measure the length as well? I'm having my first cervical length scan tomorrow (I'm 15 weeks). I'm not sure when I'm having a stitch yet. But 5cm and closed is brilliant news!

Hey Lindy, ideally they should do a tvu to check cl. After stitch some doctors do regular checks, others don't see the need. I think it is important if nothing more than to give reassurance x

 

[lizziedripping]

I had an ic with my first baby. We are thinking about getting pregnant again soon and I am wondering if it is possible to not have it with a second baby. I'm also nervous about getting the stitch if I need to. Does it hurt? How far along would i be before they place it? Does it require an overnight hospital stay?
Thanks everyone.

Hi Hun and welcome. It is likely that if you had confirmed IC last time, that it will recur this time. E stitch doesn't hurt going in because they give you a spinal block to place it. You should ideally get it at around 12/14wks into the pregnancy, before any cervical changes have occurred.

Some docs keep you in overnight and keep you catheterised, others discharge immediately. I'd recommend staying in until the initial discomfort has passed, and all looks well. Good luck x

 

[lizziedripping]

I has laser ablation to abnormal cervical cells in 2010 (cin 3).. does anyone know what are my chances of incompetent cervix or early labour???


Should i ask them to check my cervix at next scan?? would that have to be internal?

Hey hun. It is difficult to call, but laser ablation can shorten the cervix but not necessarily weaken it. A short cervix can and does hold quite well some of the time, but occasionally short and weak go hand in hand so I'd recommend a scan to check its length early on. That way you can see if it is shortening too quickly whilst there's still time to pop in a stitch.

Good luck and keep us posted xxx

 

[lizziedripping]

First of all i just want to say how sorry I am to hear your sad sad news Yellowyamyam . if there is anything i can do please ask. you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

I hope everyone is well! Has anyone heard from Sunkiss or know she is? i remember she said she may be on hospital bedrest from 24 wks so maybe has no internet connection? I havnt seen her post for a while.

I havnt posted in a while as things have been ticking over ok. We are 23+2 now and had our progesterone shots yesterday. Did anyone else feel out of control emotionally after them? It might also be bed rest and the fact the weather has been so nice its got me a little depressed. The littlest thing has nearly sent me over the edge. such as yesterday (before shots) i went to get my prune juice out of patients fridge and someone had opened it, i nearly cried!!! so trivial i know and then later I just thought if thats my only worry today then im doing well

Im so clingy also which is a trait i dont like in me but know i have. I like to see myself as fiercly independent. but ive been lonely even though ive had lots of visitors and my husband is at the hospital 12 hours a day. ive made friends with two lovely women both in similar positions which helps give me hope.

Ive found myself feeling resentment towards my husband because he just wants me chained to the bed and when i try to explain i need a little bit of fresh air now and again or to walk to get a cup of tea he gets upset like im being selfish. We are newly married (march 24th 2012) and havnt had a honeymoon due to all complications. it is a difficult time for us both and when he announces hes going for meals with friends or to a convention we were both planning on going to a year ago i get quite upset. I dont want him not to go because that would be selfish but i just want him to be a little more understanding and sensitive towards me and my needs to keep a balance of health. I am also high risk DVT as my grandmother died from a blood clot and my father nearly died so i do need to keep a certain amount of mobility. Im so sorry for moaning on just thought someone might be able to help or at least understand.

apart from that i had a scan yesterday and since 10 days ago my funnelling is almost the same and my cervix is stable at 26.3mm (last time was 26.7mm) baby is really active a kicks ALOT which is really reassuring.

thank you in advance xx love to you all xx

Hey sweetie I hope you know that we're all with you Ellie. I have been whe you are and totally understand how it feels Vent here as much as you need, this is a tough time on you all and it's important you find an outlet

 

[chistiana]

Lizzie- hey hun, are you feeling better? Thanks for your wishes and of course for all your support throughout this roller coster.

Bf- how are you hun? How are the twins? Hope you havent had any more surprises... You re next in line i think??

Helen- thanks sweety i too love the name even though many relatives have commented really negatively about it!!

Ellie- i felt exactly the same hun, he was doing my head in with all the restrictions and no nos! Just bare with him, he s just as nervous and wants this baby to be ok n in your arms as you are. Plus he doesnt know whats going on in your body, he doesnt have any control whatsoever so it is more stressful for him!

Hello to everyone else and welcome to all new ladies. I m
Really sorry i cant write or reply to you all but its been 6 days since my
emergency c section and it is hectic already!!I m sure you ll find lots of support on this thread along the way, everyone here is brilliant and they sure were my pillow to rest and vent n relax in lots n lots of weeks on bed rest.

Quick update from me: natalia and i are both back home after a lot of quarelling in the hospital. She stayed in the nicu for 4 days and i caught then many times giving her formula when i was pumping milk for her every three hours. The hospital gets money for the formula so it was convenient. Also they wouldnt let me bf her as often ad she wanted because they had a rule of only every 3 hours. So she continued losing weight and theu wanted to still keep her in even though there was no medical reason behind it. So me n dh barked n barked and eventually we got her out of the nicu. And guess what... She started to put on weight from day one! So now we re both home! She s up bfing almost constantly! Nic is really sweet with his sis and even though he had to sit on me while bfing he s been perfect! I ll post some pictures as soon as i get the time to go on the pc!

Question: to anyone who s had a c section... Did you have a lot of pain in you ribs/lungs/shoulder area??? The pain was excruciating last night, i could barely take a small breath in.

 

[lizziedripping]

Hey Chris, thanks for the update and brilliant to hear that you're home

As for your shoulder pain, I didn't have it, but it's a classic site for 'referred pain' after any abdominal surgery or issues with pelvic organs. It is probably normal post-surgery pain, but I'd recommend getting it checked due to the slight increased risk of clots after surgery (not that I think it's that at all so please don't panic). Would rather you mention it to your team than ignore it completely just to be on the safe side. are you at all breathless? X

 

[pinkladyangel]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!
Had my 20 week scan today. Alls good with baby and everything as it should be. We're expecting a little boy
The OMG is because I asked the question I was dreading the answer to and that was "How's my cervix?" When I had the stitch put in at 13 weeks the consultant said my cervix was 3cm and had started to open already. Today my cervix was 5cm and closed. I nearly fell off the bed. I was so overwhelmed and had a few tears. The only down side is my white blood cell count was a little high in my urine indicating maybe an infection. They did a swab as well so fingers crossed it's nothing or its caught early enough to not do any damage.
Hope all is well with the rest of you lovely ladies.
XXX

Hi pinkladyangel, can I just ask a question?
Are you on any bed rest or have any restrictions?
Well done on the good cervix length
Xx

Hi hun
No not on bed rest. Am back at work and was told listen to my body and rest when i can. Am avoiding crouching and stooping (am pre-school assisstant) but thats about all.
XXX