Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[Septie]

Just wanted to say that my cervix went back up to 3ish from 2.5 with bedrest (they did not actually recommend bedrest however!). And my hospital also stops measuring at 28 weeks. I went to my planned section at 39+weeks. Best of luck with your twins!!

 

[chistiana]

Yes Chistiana, I believe that's what she meant that after a certain point CL is not a very good indicator of pre term labor. I am going to follow your tip about keeping my hips elevated, i was keeping my feet up by placing 2 pillows. Thanks so much for everything & I am definitely going to PM you with further inquiries

Feel free and place those 2 pillows under your bum lol

 

[SooniA]

Septie, if your hospital do not measure after 28 weeks how did you know it went up after a month? I had my scheculed OB appointment today & she was not at all worried abt my short cervix neither did she recommend bedrest (which I am going to do in any case) she just asked me to take it easy as much as I can. I asked if she is going to monitor the CL & she said no she isnt going to do it anymore. Don't know why she isn't bothered at all.

 

[Septie]

Sonia, I was actually at 2.5 around 25 weeks approximately (after having been around 3 at 21 weeks)...Then back to 3ish around 28. They don't measure afterwards. I did also try to keep my hips up as much as possible. In hindsight, and while I don't know if my cervix ever was a true problem (it was much shorter than during my previous pregnancies!!), I think the weeks of bedrest might have helped with my thin uterus diagnosed during my section. So I don't really regret it at all.

 

[Twinkle 3]

Ladies what should i do im 31 weeks, had my stitch put in at 14wks and had braxton hicks from really early on. These last few days theyv become constant and today they are crampy and making me feel like i need to go to the toilet. I feel fine when i sit but when im up walking the braxton hicks come on really strong and even hurt my back. Thats when i get the urge to go to the toilet. Iv had a few loose stools today but no it isnt an upset stomach. Should i be concerned? How will i know if im in labour will my stitch start hurting badly

 

[LeahLou]

Your stitch should only hurt if you're dialating. The pain from your cervix is different than other. If you notice spotting, call your doctor. Have you been drinking enough water??

 

[chistiana]

Ok I don't want to get you unnecessarily worried but I d definitely call in. With dd1 I was in active labor, contracted every 2 minutes but still felt no contraction pain iykwim. I did get a very prolonged and sharp pain before the contractions started but by the time I got to the hospital Natalia was manicly trying to rip through the stitch hence the emcs. Also the loose bowel as well as that wanting to poop feeling (sorry ) are all signs of labor. I might be completely off and these might just as well be hb but calling in when in doubt never hurt anyone. I ll be stalking for updates

 

[stormcloud96]

Bad news went for my last ultrasound yesterday morning cervix went from 1.5 cm to nearly 1 cm open in 2 weeks transferred hospitals just in case although no signs of labor be hanging out here on strict bedrest until birth or 34 weeks when they'd transfer me back. My poor puppy I told him I'd be gone for an hour or two. Hubby came later with my stuff but forgot heaps. I know some have been here. Any suggestions for keeping sanity? I got 5 weeks to 34 and want to make it! Got the steroid shots just in case. Still taking pressaries but now up the back no stitch which really sucks

 

[SooniA]

All these posts about hospital bedrest are making me so nervous, my OB is not at all bothered about my cervical length being at 2.6 (at 27 weeks twin pregnancy) she is taking no proactive actions such as steroids or progesterone etc. I am doing bedrest on my own. I don't know why my OB is not bothered. I just hate Kaiser.

 

[SooniA]

Bad news went for my last ultrasound yesterday morning cervix went from 1.5 cm to nearly 1 cm open in 2 weeks transferred hospitals just in case although no signs of labor be hanging out here on strict bedrest until birth or 34 weeks when they'd transfer me back. My poor puppy I told him I'd be gone for an hour or two. Hubby came later with my stuff but forgot heaps. I know some have been here. Any suggestions for keeping sanity? I got 5 weeks to 34 and want to make it! Got the steroid shots just in case. Still taking pressaries but now up the back no stitch which really sucks

Good luck with everything!

 

[chistiana]

Storm I m so sorry. Now a) focus on the fact you re past 28 weeks..you ve had the shots...your baby will be ok no matter what!
B) get hubby to bring a laptop, ipad whatever and load with movies and series..they kept me sane for 5 months (although I was at home).
C) the pessaries suck but that's the best route and when you have your baby you won't even remember or care!
D) stock up on some books! And try to keep a routine through your day.. For example I was like "wake up, breakfast, Internet shopping (!!just looking), sleep for a little, study for 2-3 hours (finished my MA), lunch, watch 2 episodes of greys, sleep, read my book, dinner, movie, sleep"!!! I know it sounds boring but helps!!
E) if you want you can take up a new hobby..I tried nitting but failed..would have made nice baby stuff though lol!

Keep talking to is here! Thinking of you!!

Soonia I just sent you a msg..just to add..once you get to 31 weeks push for the steroid shots..they re good for two weeks from what I know but will definitely made you feel better!

 

[Fliss]

Crochet can be soothing Storm you'll get there lovely you will.

 

[stormcloud96]

Thanks everyone for the support, I do make beaded jewelry so have asked hubby to bring my beading stuff, at first he said he'd think it'd be too much. I think knitting/crochet might be better as it's less stuff, the beads might actually be a bit much, with a tendency to roll away or spill. For now I have adult coloring books, and a sketchbook. Hmm, have to think about it. He brought my laptop with the dongle yesterday so that is helping. The laptop has some movies. I got half-way through a book, and he brought me two more. I am also working on my own manuscript, so I've got that too. I guess it's just hard to be away from home, and especially the dog, who is beyond stressed. I feel so bad for my pup.
Oh and today is our first anniversary

SoniA 2.6-2.7 cm at 27 weeks is pretty good (for some perspective I was at 2.8 cm at 20 weeks, went to 1.5 cm at 24, and now at 28 open 0.7 cm), so I wouldn't worry either too much. Mine seems to be moving like clockwork, stays the same until the 3-4th week it moves significantly, if you've been holding there steady or only a bit of shortening you will probably be fine. Keep taking it easy.

 

[SooniA]

Actually mine is decreasing the same way as yours at 19 weeks it was at 4.9 cm then 23 weeks it went down to 3.6 & at 27 weeks it was 2.6. If it keeps on decreasing like this, it could take me to another 6-8 weeks but with cervical length you never know the change can be instant which is making me worried. I am on home bedrest (on my own, OB never asked me to) I hope atleast this can buy me some more weeks because I was already mentally prepared for an early birth around 35 weeks due to multiples. My goal is to make it to 34-36 weeks, i am 28.4 today just hoping for the best & keeping me fingers crossed for you too.
Chistina, my next appointment with OB is at 30 weeks exactly i will definitely talk to her about the steroids - thanks so much for your help - xxx

Thanks everyone for the support, I do make beaded jewelry so have asked hubby to bring my beading stuff, at first he said he'd think it'd be too much. I think knitting/crochet might be better as it's less stuff, the beads might actually be a bit much, with a tendency to roll away or spill. For now I have adult coloring books, and a sketchbook. Hmm, have to think about it. He brought my laptop with the dongle yesterday so that is helping. The laptop has some movies. I got half-way through a book, and he brought me two more. I am also working on my own manuscript, so I've got that too. I guess it's just hard to be away from home, and especially the dog, who is beyond stressed. I feel so bad for my pup.
Oh and today is our first anniversary

SoniA 2.6-2.7 cm at 27 weeks is pretty good (for some perspective I was at 2.8 cm at 20 weeks, went to 1.5 cm at 24, and now at 28 open 0.7 cm), so I wouldn't worry either too much. Mine seems to be moving like clockwork, stays the same until the 3-4th week it moves significantly, if you've been holding there steady or only a bit of shortening you will probably be fine. Keep taking it easy.

 

[Fliss]

Storm I have the option of sending a free Craftsy class to someone's email address and it could be on ANY subject - so if you'd like one, just PM me your email address and I'll send it across to you - hopefully it will work and you can look at the knitting and crochet options - I much prefer crochet so I'd push those,m but any would work.

Stacey Trock's Woodland Amigurumi class was what I started with - as she teaches you the very basic stitches while you make some fun projects.

I bought the fancy stitchwork classes later xxx

 

[firsttimer123]

Hi ladies, looking for some advice and information. This is my second pregnancy, first ended in an early mmc at 9 wks. At 12 weeks I had my an ultrasound And the tech indicated my cervical length was 2cm. My midwife said this is too short and is sending me to an ob to start investigating. I have a repeat scan this coming Friday at 14+3 and am very worried and scared that I am going to mc again. My midwife thought the tech could have measured wrong but maybe she is just being hopeful. I am so stressed

 

[LeahLou]

So sorry you're going through this! But they may do a cerclage to "seal you shut" and put you on progesterone. Incompetent cervix is probably the reason why we've had many losses as well. But thank goodness there's an answer for it. Many women don't get that and have no idea why they can't carry.
Keep us updated!

 

[chistiana]

Storm glad to hear you ve kept busy girl..you can do it one day at a time and I know this sounds very cliche but you ll miss your days of rest when you re chasing after a lo!

Same goes for you soonia!! Let alone 2!!

Firsttimer I m really sorry about dealing with ic. 2cm for 12 weeks is indeed pretty short but as Leah said at least you caught it early and you can have the stitch in with minimal risks. Push for a cerclage and don't let them go by wait and see unless the tech was really bad at measuring

 

[firsttimer123]

Yes I will know more on Friday.. Takes a while to get into the hospital for a scan so hopefully get some answers soon

 

[stormcloud96]

firsttimer, definitely insist on that stitch while it's early and safer... and good luck