Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[~Brandy~]

Update for me- I just went to the doctor and did my testing and it all came back ok. However, the doctor did a check on me because I had been complaining of cervix pain. He was shocked and asked if I was feeling contractions... I said no I have less contractions now than before we stopped my PTL. Turns out I am 4.5cm dilated and 75% effaced. He told me I could go straight to the hospital now or go home and do activities to see if I can start contractions. I am tired of the hospital and have chosen to come home! I am doing laundry and waiting for my water to break and or contractions. I am in alot of pain just apparently not the normal labor type pain. He said there is no way I will make it through tomorrow night so we shall see

 

[BabyMaybe917]

I have posted a full update and birth story in my new parenting journal for anyone interested. The link is in my signature or you can click here...

https://babyandbump.momtastic.com/parenting-journals/2135513-babymaybes-mommy.html#post31919353

 

[sunnylove]

Congrats on your little girl BabyMaybe!!! I'm sure she will do fantastic! My little guy was born at 26+3 and he had no issues. A long NICU stay, but that was mostly because near the end he wouldn't wake up to eat his food. Hang in there, soon it will all be over.

 

[4 boys]

Update for me- I just went to the doctor and did my testing and it all came back ok. However, the doctor did a check on me because I had been complaining of cervix pain. He was shocked and asked if I was feeling contractions... I said no I have less contractions now than before we stopped my PTL. Turns out I am 4.5cm dilated and 75% effaced. He told me I could go straight to the hospital now or go home and do activities to see if I can start contractions. I am tired of the hospital and have chosen to come home! I am doing laundry and waiting for my water to break and or contractions. I am in alot of pain just apparently not the normal labor type pain. He said there is no way I will make it through tomorrow night so we shall see

hope all goes well for you soon you'll meet your beautiful babies

 

[4 boys]

I have posted a full update and birth story in my new parenting journal for anyone interested. The link is in my signature or you can click here...

https://babyandbump.momtastic.com/parenting-journals/2135513-babymaybes-mommy.html#post31919353

I did congratulate you before but even more for your little one doing really well..
I've had a 26 weeker and 28 wkr and I've experienced nicu with all 4 of my sons it's tough I won't lie but take each day at a time

Sounds like your little one is doing really well, unfortunately my sons got all the nasty premature problems and it's upsetting but we can change what happens I hope and pray she stays in good health and home soon..seems along time away I know but that day will come..

Keep us updated I posted here as you've been on here so I think for now you rest recover and give your husband a big hug cos he'll be all over the place like you...

Take care for now and talk soon

 

[sharan]

After having such a roller coaster ride of a pregnancy; I finally gave birth to gorgeous son on the 3rd March at 6.15pm when I was 38+4 weeks. He weighed 6lb 12oz so a lot smaller than my first who was induced at 41+3 weeks and weighed 8lb 4oz.

I can't stop staring him and seeing his perfect face makes all those hospital trips/appointments worthwhile.

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[sharan]

Update for me- I just went to the doctor and did my testing and it all came back ok. However, the doctor did a check on me because I had been complaining of cervix pain. He was shocked and asked if I was feeling contractions... I said no I have less contractions now than before we stopped my PTL. Turns out I am 4.5cm dilated and 75% effaced. He told me I could go straight to the hospital now or go home and do activities to see if I can start contractions. I am tired of the hospital and have chosen to come home! I am doing laundry and waiting for my water to break and or contractions. I am in alot of pain just apparently not the normal labor type pain. He said there is no way I will make it through tomorrow night so we shall see

Hope your well and look forward to seeing your two little darlings xx

 

[4 boys]

After having such a roller coaster ride of a pregnancy; I finally gave birth to gorgeous son on the 3rd March at 6.15pm when I was 38+4 weeks. He weighed 6lb 12oz so a lot smaller than my first who was induced at 41+3 weeks and weighed 8lb 4oz.

I can't stop staring him and seeing his perfect face makes all those hospital trips/appointments worthwhile.

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CONGRATULATIONS

I know exactly how you feel, all the worries,pain,hospitals, everything it's just all worth it in the end

I'm so glad he is safe and we'll and now you defiantly need to put your feet up and enjoy ..

Love the photo, take care and update soon

(Sorry to quote post again)

 

[4 boys]

How are you ?? no news is good news

 

[4 boys]

MYBABYLUV3 - NAT2 - MILLS80

HOW ARE YOU ALL

HOPE ALL IS GOOD

 

[Hope 2014]

hi all im looking for support and advice

im on pregnancy no 10 4 living children 4 early mc and the later loss of my daughter

all my children have been a bit early so with my youngest I was under preterm prevention team with no real problems

im under them again this pregnancy my first cervical scan at 19 weeks my cervical length was 30mm no funnelling,21 weeks I was measuring 24/29mm with some funnelling I was put on bed rest and progesterone the scan a week later showed cervix length of 20/22 with funnelling

the swab I had taken week before shows infection so they wont place the stitch this week im on antibioctics and they will scan me again Monday they have said if im measuring the same it will be up to me weather I have the stitch or not as I could just stay on bed rest and wait and see they have already booked theatre for Thursday 13th

ill be 23+3 next Thursday what if its too late and my cervix cant be stitched,what if I get a infection or contractions im so so scared all ive done since yesterday is cry

Anybody help??? Due back at hospital in morning

 

[itwillhappen]

Do you trust your doctor? How do you feel about their opinion?

I remember how I felt when my dr start telling me about the risks of placing the cerclage like the fact that the water could break. I was only 20+2 weeks and that meant that the pregnancy wouldn't have been viable. So after a long time of TTC and a year of IVF treatments, that wasn't what I wanted to hear. But I trusted my dr and I knew she will take good care of us.

The biggest difference is that infection. And only the dr could decide what would be best for both you and baby and how risky can be for the surgery. I remember my dr said something like 23-24 weeks to be the cut off for placing cerclage. So you would be somewhere at the limit.

Another thing to keep in mind is that even without surgery, you can still be in bed rest and save the pregnancy. Pray for guidance and best outcome and wisdom for your doctor. I know two cases similar (no infection though): one, around 23 weeks and the dr said no cerclage. She was in bed rest and had a healthy baby at around 36 weeks. The other case at 28 weeks problem w cervix and contractions. No cerclage but with bed rest, had a healthy baby at 37 weeks. So if it's to have the baby, you will have chances even without the surgery, especially if you think it's too risky.

So, you can't worry about the possibility of infection and contractions because they might not happen. With or without surgery, if it happens, it would not make much difference. You'll have to deal with those issues at that time.

In know it's hard and worries can overwhelm you. It's in God's hands and I hope for the best outcome. Stay strong and try to get calmer. Please keep us updated.

 

[sunnylove]

Also, Hope, the upside is that your measurements aren't that bad at all.

 

[~Brandy~]

Sorry I didn't have any experience with having a cerclage placed later in pg. Mine was placed at 16w I would have to really rely on and trust my doctors judgement

 

[ebonyeyes]

Hi ladies any of you experience brown discharge in the third tri.
I'm 28w4d and started noticing a little brown discharge yesterday. I don't know what to think of it. I have my doc appointment tomorrow and I will discuss it but I just want to know if any of you have have any stories.
Thank you

 

[~Brandy~]

Generally brown discharge in small amounts is nothing to worry about. I had it quite a few times. You might just ask at your appt though.

Sounds like your cervix was irritated at one point

 

[lovenoel]

I wanted to update my previous posts - my cervix was measured at 2.7/2.8cm at 14w5d. I had my second scan yesterday at 15w5d and my measurement was close - 2.7/2.6cm with fundal pressure. My doctor does not recommend cerclage at this point and I am booked for weekly scans for at least the next 3 weeks. If there's no real change in length between now and then I'll still continue to push for weekly scans as having a short cervix causes me a lot of anxiety. I'd prefer to be scanned up to 24 weeks. We'll see what happens! I hope my cervix is short but strong as steel.

 

[Mariahs Mom]

Hello Ladies...I have searched all over for this thread and I am so happy that I found it...Just a little background on me. DH and I got our first BFP last year in May and we were more than excited. Well when we went in for our anatomy scan at 18wks I was told I have a short cervix measuring .8cm! We were completely terrified and desperate for answer. They explained that we were not eligible for a cerclage and most women with a short cervix go full term. That didn't completely ease my mind but went forth with faith. Well at 22wks I went into labor and gave birth to my beautiful daughter Mariah Brooklyn. She only survived for a few moments; took her last breath and we said goodbye. It broke my heart!!!

Well January 9th of this year we got our 2nd BFP!!!!!!!! I am currently 13wks and I'm scheduled for an cerclage Wednesday the 19th. I really hope it works this time because I can not go through another loss

After reading some of the post from you ladies, it gives me a lot of hope...I wish you all success and I hope you guys have room on the thread for me

 

[BabyMaybe917]

Hello Ladies...I have searched all over for this thread and I am so happy that I found it...Just a little background on me. DH and I got our first BFP last year in May and we were more than excited. Well when we went in for our anatomy scan at 18wks I was told I have a short cervix measuring .8cm! We were completely terrified and desperate for answer. They explained that we were not eligible for a cerclage and most women with a short cervix go full term. That didn't completely ease my mind but went forth with faith. Well at 22wks I went into labor and gave birth to my beautiful daughter Mariah Brooklyn. She only survived for a few moments; took her last breath and we said goodbye. It broke my heart!!!

Well January 9th of this year we got our 2nd BFP!!!!!!!! I am currently 13wks and I'm scheduled for an cerclage Wednesday the 19th. I really hope it works this time because I can not go through another loss

After reading some of the post from you ladies, it gives me a lot of hope...I wish you all success and I hope you guys have room on the thread for me

Just wanted to say I'm so sorry you had to go through the loss of your precious baby girl. I wish you the best with the cerclage and am glad they're putting it in so soon.

 

[Mariahs Mom]

Hello Ladies...I have searched all over for this thread and I am so happy that I found it...Just a little background on me. DH and I got our first BFP last year in May and we were more than excited. Well when we went in for our anatomy scan at 18wks I was told I have a short cervix measuring .8cm! We were completely terrified and desperate for answer. They explained that we were not eligible for a cerclage and most women with a short cervix go full term. That didn't completely ease my mind but went forth with faith. Well at 22wks I went into labor and gave birth to my beautiful daughter Mariah Brooklyn. She only survived for a few moments; took her last breath and we said goodbye. It broke my heart!!!

Well January 9th of this year we got our 2nd BFP!!!!!!!! I am currently 13wks and I'm scheduled for an cerclage Wednesday the 19th. I really hope it works this time because I can not go through another loss

After reading some of the post from you ladies, it gives me a lot of hope...I wish you all success and I hope you guys have room on the thread for me

Just wanted to say I'm so sorry you had to go through the loss of your precious baby girl. I wish you the best with the cerclage and am glad they're putting it in so soon.

Thank you

I see that you had a baby at 25wks....how is she doing? Did you have a cerclage performed?