Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[nat2]

Had my stitch put in at 19weeks and am not 32 weeks. Due to have it out in 4 weeks time!!

I am also from UK and wasnt told bedrest or anything at all like that! Was told intercourse etc would also still be fine.

Cervix is now longer than before the stitch went in. Its been a lifesaver

 

[~Brandy~]

Had my stitch put in at 19weeks and am not 32 weeks. Due to have it out in 4 weeks time!!

I am also from UK and wasnt told bedrest or anything at all like that! Was told intercourse etc would also still be fine.

Cervix is now longer than before the stitch went in. Its been a lifesaver

Thats awesome I have my appt at 32W to either remove or discuss the removal of the stitch they didn't say which. But since I have twins mine will be out earlier since we normally deliver around 36W.

 

[4 boys]

Nat2-- not long left now, it's really good news your cervix hasn't change

I also got told no intercourse so yeah different areas , different doctors all different advice

Go with how YOU feel

 

[mills80]

Glad everyone else is doing well...

reaching 32 weeks is a milestone I wanted to get to. Even though we haven't done any preparation for baby to come home..still don't want to jinx it by getting our hopes up.

It's been a long pregnancy and feels like these last few weeks are draging by. Hope nothing else changes now. Can't wait to hold this baby and introduce my 3 yr old to him. ( he keeps telling me to go to hospital cuz he wants his baby brother right now!)

Haven't discussed stitch removal or delivery with OB yet, think that will be in my 35/36 week. I can start getting excited then..

 

[mybabyluv3]

Thanks for all the advice everyone. I've been reading all your posts just haven't had a chance to respond. I have been feeling pretty good. Haven't had any pulling or other sensations down there which is what I was afraid of. I think having the stitch in before there was any change to the cervix is the reason. Also, my stitch seems to be in very low. Just a finger tip inserted and I can feel string. Pretty odd but last time was a different md and circumstance.

I definitely believe bedrest helps. Maybe complete strict bedrest isn't for everybody but I totally believe that reading with your feet up helps relieve pressure off your cervix. I knew whenever I was up for too long before I would soon be in pain and all it took was for more to get off my feet. Even now though I'm not having pains, I have a big increase in discharge when I stand and walk for any length of time. I went to work Tues for the first time and when it was over had brown mucusy discharge. I'm just still unsure of how much longer I will continue to work. Just taking it one day at a time.

 

[mybabyluv3]

Congratulations to all of you who are coming up to stitch removal day. I have a long way to go. I know you can't wait.

 

[nat2]

Will be discussing stitch removal at my 35 week scan so stitch should be coming out sometime in the last week of January!! Yay.

Although I've woken up this morning with mild period paind and slight backache.

The backache is there every morning because i find it difficult to sleep and the backache has now gone so i'm not worried about that but i still have period type cramping right under my bump where you would normally feel it just before you started your period.

Discharge is still normal and there is no sign of any blood or anything.

The cramps arent in any pattern and arent getting worse (they are just like a constant dull period ache)which now seem to be dying off a little.

Has anyone else had this? Should i be seriously worried? xx

 

[sunnylove]

Nat, my doctor always told me not to be worried about 'pain' unless it was severe. I tend to agree. I had horrid back pain when I was on bed rest but it was strictly bed rest-related. I wouldn't worry too much about it!

 

[Bec C]

HELP I'm having my stitch out on Monday, I'm 37 weeks today and Im petrified, I want to run away and bury my head. Please can you help me feel better. I'm scared it's going to hurt, I know it is but I'm just afraid of everything.

Please calm me down, I can't eat!!

 

[~Brandy~]

HELP I'm having my stitch out on Monday, I'm 37 weeks today and Im petrified, I want to run away and bury my head. Please can you help me feel better. I'm scared it's going to hurt, I know it is but I'm just afraid of everything.

Please calm me down, I can't eat!!

My doctor told me that I wouldnt feel a thing and that he does it right in the office..... I hope thats true now I am worried.

If I was you I would be more excited just that you made it to 37W!! Congrats

 

[~Brandy~]

Nat I have back pain ALOT usually 3-4 days a week. I have to use a heating pad on low and take warm baths to relax. Sorry

 

[baby_maybe]

Try to relax about the removal ladies, it is a little uncomfortable but over before you know it. I've been in and out in a couple of hours 4 times now with having mine out each time and I felt great right after, no lasting pain or anything. Even carried a couple more weeks each time too!

 

[mills80]

Bec C, I am waiting for stitch removal! The last time I had it done, it was under anesthetic so I did not feel a thing and was over in a matter of minutes!

Just had minor spotting after and dull cramping but I did not even need painkillers for that it was very mild.

Baby boy did not come soon after and was induced due to having gestational diabetes a few days later...

Best of luck for removal, u will get to see your precious baby soon, focus on that!

 

[~Brandy~]

I wonder if I am the only one having it removed before full term... I was told they would have it out most likely between 32-34W.. I guess because it's twins and I could go at a moments notice..

Either way I will try not to worry about the removal.

 

[mills80]

Nat 2, back pain is pretty standard at ths stage in pregnancy. I get it too esp after getting up frm bed in the morning along with braxton hicks.

Had my scan today and the sonographer made me turn on my right side to get a better view of baby. I did and got a stabbing pain in my lower back nd felt like my uterus went rock hard. Don't know wht it was cuz it went away whn I turned back.

I was told to get checked only if I started bleeding or felt waters break so I guess aches nd pains r pretty much expected at ths stage. If thy get stronger tho, I would suggest setting checked out to rule out contractions.

 

[baby_maybe]

The earliest I've had any of mine taken out is 36 weeks

 

[mybabyluv3]

I think I was around 34 wks when I got mine out. He did it right in the office. I don't rmbr it feeling good but if the pain was unbearable I'm sure I would remember. No anesthetic used I believe. Baby was born at a little over 37 wks in a scheduled cesarean. Not sure why he did it so early

 

[mills80]

Brandy, I am no expert nd haven't had a twin pg so don't know wht the procedure is . But birth before 36 weeks is considered premature. So I m guessing if thy r expectecting u to go into labour soon after, ur doc should discuss premature care? Of course thy will try to keep ur babies in for as long as possible unless there's a good reason to get thm out.

Not sure, its sumthg to check with ur doc. I have heard twins come early anyway so I guess thts why thy don't want the stitch in place in case u go into labour earlier thn term.

My OB said 36-38 weeks in case of singleton pg..

 

[~Brandy~]

Brandy, I am no expert nd haven't had a twin pg so don't know wht the procedure is . But birth before 36 weeks is considered premature. So I m guessing if thy r expectecting u to go into labour soon after, ur doc should discuss premature care? Of course thy will try to keep ur babies in for as long as possible unless there's a good reason to get thm out.

Not sure, its sumthg to check with ur doc. I have heard twins come early anyway so I guess thts why thy don't want the stitch in place in case u go into labour earlier thn term.

My OB said 36-38 weeks in case of singleton pg..

Actually 36W for twins is standard most do not make it past that. The twin moms that do make it past that are typically scheduled for a Csection prior to 37W due to the medical complications that arise right at 37W. We have had to become very familiar with the NICU and the potential of a premature delivery But they do that will all parents of multiples.

The multiples forum on here is much different than those in the 3rd Trimester lol most of us are trying to make it to 35W+ while everyone else is trying to evict the babies.

 

[nat2]

very quiet on here again lately! How is everyone?

I have my 33 week scan tomorrow and stitch will be coming out in 3 weeks!

Little bit nervous to be honest as to what to expect (do i prepare myself in case labour is upon me as soon as the stitch is out) or is it highly unlikely?

I have a friend who went into labour 48 hours after having stitch out so i guess i just have to wait and see!