Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[Prayerfulmom2]

Baby is viable. It felt like I wasn't going to get to this point but I am so thankful right now.

Congrats!

 

[stephb1981]

Hi,
I'm wondering if i can join you guys. I had my stitch put in on friday after going for my cervical length scan that morning and it had gone from 42mm to 18mm in 10 days. Im currently 13+3. I miscarried in april at 17 weeks and this was only my second scan. The nhs were really good about putting the stitch in on the same day but i could really use some info on what to expect and what i can and cant do. I only have my consultant ap on friday. I have put myself on couch rest is this right? I also think i can only shower and not bath? is this right? Also will i be able to return to work at all? I'm on my feet for 9 hrs a day at work and there is no such thing as light duties in the job i do. I work in a bakers. I also have not been given any antibiotics as the doc said they would not stop me getting an infection they only treat it. Any info would be much appreciated. thanks

 

[Tink_0123]

Baby is viable. It felt like I wasn't going to get to this point but I am so thankful right now.

Happy V-Day Hope!! Let this be one of many milestones to come

 

[Tink_0123]

Regarding the sharp pains, yest I put thinning but I meant shortening. When I had the pains constantly while I was still working or would walk for over an hour to do groceries etc, I went from a 3.13 cm CL to 1.7 cm in 4 weeks, so I do figure that the pains might pertain to CL shortening. Last time I was measured 2 weeks ago, I was .9 cm with no funneling. Hopefully I've recovered some length in the last two weeks to give me wiggle room to shorten if that is indeed the case, bc if I have continued to shorten further than I prob. have nothing left. Geez.. how stressful!! Ill call the dr tom to see if they can call and schedule a TVU sometime this week. I just wanna see where I'm at as far CL.. I REALLY REALLY want to make it to 30 weeks, I know thats still too soon for baby to come at 30 or so weeks, but it does make a big difference as opposed to being born now.

As far as contractions, I typically get one or two tightenings per week. I try laying on my sides only with a pillow between my legs, bc laying facing up with my legs propped up with pillows triggers bh contractions for some reason and makes me breathless really fast, so I try to avoid that position as much as possible unless my sides are killing me.

Prayer, you mentioned your daughter was born at 26 weeks, how long was she in the NICU for? Did she have any complications? Sorry to for the questions, but I just want to have an idea of what to expect in the event baby were to come soon.

 

[Tink_0123]

Hi,
I'm wondering if i can join you guys. I had my stitch put in on friday after going for my cervical length scan that morning and it had gone from 42mm to 18mm in 10 days. Im currently 13+3. I miscarried in april at 17 weeks and this was only my second scan. The nhs were really good about putting the stitch in on the same day but i could really use some info on what to expect and what i can and cant do. I only have my consultant ap on friday. I have put myself on couch rest is this right? I also think i can only shower and not bath? is this right? Also will i be able to return to work at all? I'm on my feet for 9 hrs a day at work and there is no such thing as light duties in the job i do. I work in a bakers. I also have not been given any antibiotics as the doc said they would not stop me getting an infection they only treat it. Any info would be much appreciated. thanks

Hi Steph, I personally do not have a stitch in place as my IC was diagnosed further in my pregnancy. However, from what I've read online and from the ladies in this thread, I would recommend you remain either on the couch or bed rest as much as you possibly can. Also, drink as much water as possible, at least a glass per hour since dehydration triggers contractions. I wouldn't recommend baths at least for now until your stitch heals properly. As far as working, being that your standing for that many hours, you might be put on bed rest for the remainder of your preg. as the stitch doesn't prevent further shortening of the cervix, its there to help keep from opening as the uterus expands and creates more pressure, but bed rest combined with the stitch is what will provide the best results. Perhaps the other ladies will have additional input, but hope this helps.. Best of luck and continue resting..

 

[DAYDAY24]

Having a over thinking weekend suppose to went to peri thurs to have first tvu but they called snd rescheduled it to wed I did have a manual check by regular ob and she said cervix looks long and hard especially since I lost my son at. 16 weeks and cervix is measuring 19 due to the twins next week I will be 16 weeks and it scares me having negative dreams ugh just want babies to be ok .trying to keep faith and pray. Sorry for long rant lol

 

[Hope2302]

Thank you so much prayerful and tink_0123. I am glad and spent all of today at l & d as I was having cramps and pain around my vagina area. The y didn't do much just gave me painkillers and monitored for 8 hours but that was it. They weren't too bothered as there was no blood or leakage. But my goal is 28 weeks now I am so praying.

 

[Tink_0123]

Having a over thinking weekend suppose to went to peri thurs to have first tvu but they called snd rescheduled it to wed I did have a manual check by regular ob and she said cervix looks long and hard especially since I lost my son at. 16 weeks and cervix is measuring 19 due to the twins next week I will be 16 weeks and it scares me having negative dreams ugh just want babies to be ok .trying to keep faith and pray. Sorry for long rant lol

Ive had terrible dreams too, try to to let them get to you as theyre just going to makeu feel uneasy. Just have positive thoughts sweetie.. You'll have healthy twins to take home at the end of this journey.. sending some your way..

 

[DAYDAY24]

Thanks tink

 

[Prayerfulmom2]

Regarding the sharp pains, yest I put thinning but I meant shortening. When I had the pains constantly while I was still working or would walk for over an hour to do groceries etc, I went from a 3.13 cm CL to 1.7 cm in 4 weeks, so I do figure that the pains might pertain to CL shortening. Last time I was measured 2 weeks ago, I was .9 cm with no funneling. Hopefully I've recovered some length in the last two weeks to give me wiggle room to shorten if that is indeed the case, bc if I have continued to shorten further than I prob. have nothing left. Geez.. how stressful!! Ill call the dr tom to see if they can call and schedule a TVU sometime this week. I just wanna see where I'm at as far CL.. I REALLY REALLY want to make it to 30 weeks, I know thats still too soon for baby to come at 30 or so weeks, but it does make a big difference as opposed to being born now.

As far as contractions, I typically get one or two tightenings per week. I try laying on my sides only with a pillow between my legs, bc laying facing up with my legs propped up with pillows triggers bh contractions for some reason and makes me breathless really fast, so I try to avoid that position as much as possible unless my sides are killing me.

Prayer, you mentioned your daughter was born at 26 weeks, how long was she in the NICU for? Did she have any complications? Sorry to for the questions, but I just want to have an idea of what to expect in the event baby were to come soon.

Yeah she was 26 6 . She was 2 pounds 1 ounce. She stayed in the nicu for 10 1/2 weeks. Her gestational age was 36 weeks when she went home. She was over 5 pounds then. Umm she has multiple ultrasounds of the brain to check for bleeds, she was anemic so she had 6 blood transfusions, she had multiple spinal taps, she was on a ventilator for less than two weeks. Feeding, sucking and breathing at the same time was her hardest task. Overall it seems like a lot in writing but it wasn't when I look back. Every day was better than the day before. She has no problems now. She's in first grade and has been reading and writing at the top of her class since she was five. She needed therapy to help her walk but after she learned she ran everywhere. She's in gymnastics now and has been promoted twice. She's A beauty and a true miracle. Tink I reAlly don't think you're going to have that lo Anytime soon. Just glue your toosh to the couch! You had .9 cervix and I had .5 almost 3 weeks ago. As long as out waters don't break and we have no contractions, WERE GOING TO TERM!!!!

 

[Tink_0123]

Regarding the sharp pains, yest I put thinning but I meant shortening. When I had the pains constantly while I was still working or would walk for over an hour to do groceries etc, I went from a 3.13 cm CL to 1.7 cm in 4 weeks, so I do figure that the pains might pertain to CL shortening. Last time I was measured 2 weeks ago, I was .9 cm with no funneling. Hopefully I've recovered some length in the last two weeks to give me wiggle room to shorten if that is indeed the case, bc if I have continued to shorten further than I prob. have nothing left. Geez.. how stressful!! Ill call the dr tom to see if they can call and schedule a TVU sometime this week. I just wanna see where I'm at as far CL.. I REALLY REALLY want to make it to 30 weeks, I know thats still too soon for baby to come at 30 or so weeks, but it does make a big difference as opposed to being born now.

As far as contractions, I typically get one or two tightenings per week. I try laying on my sides only with a pillow between my legs, bc laying facing up with my legs propped up with pillows triggers bh contractions for some reason and makes me breathless really fast, so I try to avoid that position as much as possible unless my sides are killing me.

Prayer, you mentioned your daughter was born at 26 weeks, how long was she in the NICU for? Did she have any complications? Sorry to for the questions, but I just want to have an idea of what to expect in the event baby were to come soon.

Yeah she was 26 6 . She was 2 pounds 1 ounce. She stayed in the nicu for 10 1/2 weeks. Her gestational age was 36 weeks when she went home. She was over 5 pounds then. Umm she has multiple ultrasounds of the brain to check for bleeds, she was anemic so she had 6 blood transfusions, she had multiple spinal taps, she was on a ventilator for less than two weeks. Feeding, sucking and breathing at the same time was her hardest task. Overall it seems like a lot in writing but it wasn't when I look back. Every day was better than the day before. She has no problems now. She's in first grade and has been reading and writing at the top of her class since she was five. She needed therapy to help her walk but after she learned she ran everywhere. She's in gymnastics now and has been promoted twice. She's A beauty and a true miracle. Tink I reAlly don't think you're going to have that lo Anytime soon. I really think the stitch will hold you. Just glue your toosh to the couch! You had .9 cervix and I had .5 almost 3 weeks ago. As long as out waters don't break and we have no contractions, WERE GOING TO TERM!!!!

Thank u sooo much for ur reply.. Its amazing how little ones are such big fighters.. Its great to know that ur little girl is doing so well today despite being born so soon. Unfortunately, I don't have a stitch since they basically gave me the final IC diagnosis upon reaching 24 weeks, so dr's didn't want to risk PTL or infection by messing with anything down below. I am on SBR, showering every other day as if I was in the army lol. I take about 3-4 showers, quick dry and lay in bed again lol.. I time myself a lot to prevent myself from being on my feet. Besides the bed rest I am on the daily vaginal supps of progesterone (200 mg) which I insert right before going to sleep as I know I wont be getting up for a few hours to go to the bathroom at that point. Despite everything tho, I have a very strong and incredible feeling that I will at least make it to 30 weeks, that to me will be like a HUGE milestone and every week after that will be a bonus. I know with the weight of the baby as she gets bigger itll put a larger strain on my cervix. I guess it must be like a motherly instinct or something, although I might be wrong, but I do believe very strongly that I will get to 30 weeks.. Also, praying A LOT, I know God is by my side and he will help me and my baby through this journey. Once again, thank u sooo much

 

[Prayerfulmom2]

Ok so I'm 25. 3 and I am having some discomfort breathing. I also have like extra mucus in my nose and throat but I'm not sick. It's driving me crazy. It's like I can't breath and when I eat I feel like I'm almost choking. Is it the belly getting bigger that's causing this??? I didn't have this with my daughter. Then again I wasn't on bed rest... Advice please. Also, what do you guys think the odds of the dr changing my bed rest maybe around 27 28 weeks since the baby is considered viable. I would love to be able to go sit on my patio !!!

 

[Tink_0123]

I run out of breath laying down, sitting up, even just standing up lol.. I read its the weight of the uterus pushing against ur organs. I do not have the mucus in my nose or throat tho, so I really don't know about that.

I do feel most of the times when I eat, my food feels like its right there, doesn't really go down so its really uncomfortable.

As far as ur bed rest, perhaps ur dr might loosen up on it depending on how ur cervix looks at the time. Keep ur FX and hope everything looks good down below so ur dr can loosen up a bit.

 

[baby_maybe]

I have felt like I can't breathe since about 25 weeks or maybe sooner than that. It doesn't seem to be getting worse, but I definitely attribute it to the baby being high up, as he has been from quite early on. I constantly have to readjust my position when I'm on the couch as if I'm too reclined I feel like I'm suffocating. Sitting up at the table or standing its not noticeable really and when I'm in bed on my side it's the only time I get real relief from that feeling.

I don't have any of the mucus though so not sure what that could be

 

[Prayerfulmom2]

Where is my ich??? Are you ok??? Lizzie, how are you??

 

[Agiboma]

Congrats hope.

 

[Hope2302]

@ tink, I hope ur faith is made into action and you get to 30 weeks and beyond will have u in my prayers tonight.

 

[Tink_0123]

Thank u very much Hope.. I really appreciate it

 

[Prayerfulmom2]

What a sweet bunch !

 

[lch28]

hi ladies, im sorry i havent posted..
i have to go back and read everything still, but i am okay! lol. LO is still cooking thank god. I lost my internet for days! it was awful.

ive been having a really rough time with FOB.. he just doesnt want to accept that i dont want to get back together. Sometimes i wonder if im doing the right thing. I just think of the type of man he is, and the thought of my son being a witness to it is just not okay with me. FOB is the way he is, because his father is a total ass. He is horrible to his wife and FOB learned from that. He says hes changed but how can i forgive him? How can i trust that he wont ever act that way ever again, especially in front of our child? I have no plans of not letting him see LO etc, i want him to be part of his life.. but when we are together all he does is fight with me.