Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[lizziedripping]

Hi Mum2 Elective stitch placed at 12-14wks and as for working, it will really depend on how your cervix behaves afterwards. If all is ok then there should be no reason why not, but if you have some funneling/shortening, it might be wise to cut back on work if at all possible. That said, with 3boys to take care of, it's unlikely you'll have much chance to rest at home anyway. Best to keep an open mind, then see how things unfold as the pregnancy progresses

Due Hun, the stitch doesn't hurt. You have a spinal anaesthetic when it is placed, then afterwards there is some mild discomfort which is gone within a few days. You mentioned before that the stitch can cause some problems of its own? Theoretically it can, but the risks are so small (1%) that they are far outweighed by the benefits of getting one done electively. The main risk is infection or miscarriage, both of which are extremely rare.

All I can say to reassure you is that the stitch was miraculous for me and so many other ladies who would otherwise have lost their babies. It held strong under the huge weight of two babies, and before it was placed my cervix was completely floppy and atonal - I would have delivered the boys as early as 16wks without it.

It isn't an absolute guarantee of success, and doesn't work in a small percentage of women, but for the majority it takes them and their pregnancy safely to full term. If only more ladies were offered it without hesitation, there would far fewer needless mid-pregnancy losses. IC isn't always the cause of preterm birth between 16 and 24wks, but it is certainly one which can be easily fixed xxx

 

[lizziedripping]

A post to check on those who havent been here in a while:-

Just realised that we haven't heard from Liven in ages. I'm thinking her baby must be due about now? Liven - you ok hun? How's things going sweet? Check in if you can x

MA - haven't heard from you in such a long time, if you're out there how are you? You're very much missed here - hope all is well with you and the family

Olga - hoping you're still ok honey. I know it's hard for you to post sometimes, but just wanted you to know that you're never far from my thoughts

Night all, however and wherever you are xxx

 

[lizziedripping]

Just had a snoop around and saw that Liven was due to have her section on the 18th at 37+5 days! Yey Liv, hope all went well Hun ad that 'Lil Liv' is here safely Xxx

 

[book.fish2011]

Am waiting for Kate's and Liven's bubs' birth stories.

 

[kateqpr]

Still here BF! No baby. No news. No signs. Nada.....

Xxx

 

[chistiana]

Ok this is now gone on too long....kate's little girl...come out come out wherever you are (well we know where you are, so just COME ON OUT now! I m holding my breath kate, when will they induce you if the little madame doesnt make a voluntary appearance???

 

[liven1980]

This is just a short update, will come back to you!
Maria (or yes, Lil Liv, Lizzie arrived the 18th of April. And u ladies know how it bothered me to take her out before due date? Well, she picked the date herself! I went to bed after making my self ready for ccevtion next day. I closed my eyes, praying everything would go fine. One minute later, water broke! We ent to hospital, i was scared cause i knew the contracrtions would come soon as with Jacob.. and i was afraid of tearing the cerwix. The contractions came and it was painful of course. I thought i would be lucky to not having them this time with the planned ccection, but the little lady inside decided otherwise... I them had an emergency cection but the doc said it was performed like a planned one as everything was under control. Maria came out and dad took care of her two hours before i could spend time w her. She is sweet and i just got milk so she is starting to get a grip of this eating thing to... I am so grateful things went well. My doc admitted she never thought we would go so far. We are very happy! Want to thank u all for helping me through this dreading time and weeks in bed. I am thinking about u a lot. Will get back soon, but need to slerp now... Lots of love

 

[LaRockera]

Hello everyone ,

apologies for disappearing like this all of a sudden. Even though I have a lot of help from my DH and my parents, I still don't have enough time to write as often as I used to, as I'm BFing and Xanthe seems to be a marathon clusterfeeder these days.

Hope everyone is okay. Kate-I'm SO looking forward to your bubs appearing, it's been a long, emotional journey for you, hon. So Liven will be having her baby now, too? How very exciting!

Any news from Jimmy? Hello to all new members, btw. I'm hoping to catch up again soon, ladies.

xxx

 

[LaRockera]

Congrats, Liven! Yet another happy ending!

Anticipating lovely Kate's update now!

 

[book.fish2011]

Congrats Liv. You made it. So happy for you!!!!

Your stitch was in when the water broke? How much time did it take between water breaking, stitch removal and subsequent csection ?

 

[chistiana]

Congratulations LIven!!!!hehehe little madame wanted to do it her way!good on her, she s got some character! Hope you re both doing well! Enjoy your little miracle hun and i m looking forward to some pics if and when you feel like it!!

 

[pinkladyangel]

Hi all
Just came on to see what everyones upto and how those stitches are holding up.
Congratulations liven. You did so well. Here's hoping there's happy endings for us all.
Not much happening with me at the min. Had stitch put in at 13 weeks and am now 16 weeks. Have been really good and resting lots (boring). Had to go docs yesterday as been suffering with constipation to the point of it being painful. Obviously no straining allowed so now taking lactulose yuk lol. I go to see my consultant on thurs so hopefully I can go back to work. Hopefully time will pass a bit quicker then.
Take care ladies
X

 

[JessiBear]

Hey.
So I'm still in hospital and no baby. Which is sooo good.
I am completely bored out of my brains. But I do have a feeling it might happen soon. I don't know what im supposed to be looking for or expecting.
The last time I was checked I was fully efface and 2cm dilated. That was two weeks ago. I have been having a lot more tightening and pains, at the moment my lower back is killing me!!!!
And i can't sleep.. and the worst thing is I have a constant headache and blocked nose
I just hate waiting. That's the worst thing actually. The not knowing.

Jessi x

 

[chistiana]

Pinklady- so ad everything is going well...i used tobe veeeeerrryyy constipated too and was given lactulose to help which only helped while i was taking it..good thing it is starting to get better now, maybe my hormones are lessening! Good luck thursday hopefully you are given the green lights to go back to work but still remember to rest then too!

Jessi- ooowwww these are wonderful news hun! I know this might sound strange but your last post had me really concerned and i was so sure you had already given birth but here you are almost 30 weeks along...yayayaayay! Well it sounds like you re not making it to the end but you bubba is safe now so just keep at the boring hospital and every passing day is a bonus! Sorry your back is killing you but just think of the result, i m sure it will be well worth it!keep us updated whenever you can!

 

[JessiBear]

The doctors had my family and i believe that labour was immenient. So im very surprised that I've made it this far.
They are considering sending me home in a couple of weeks. And im really confused as to why?
would you see this as the right thing to do?
I feel that every ache or pain (and I am getting contractions) is the moment where I will go into labour and they tell me no. I feel so stupid.

Jessi x

 

[chistiana]

Given that you re fully effaced and 2cm dilated it seems odd that they want to send you home but i guess they re the experts... Just ask why they think that might be the best option, get proper explanations and discuss your options and your concerns with them and with your family. If you think this is not what should happen express this to them. Your situation sounds rather confusing but i trully wish you make it well after those 2 weeks!

 

[lizziedripping]

Hi everyone Liven, huge congratulations on the birth of your long awaited little girl, so pleased for you and glad all went well

Jessi - what can I say, I can't believe you have reached nearly 30wks!! It's nothing short of a miracle considering where you were at 24wks. This does occasionally happen, but to be effectively in early labour but still remain pregnant for severa more weeks is amazing, well done you darlin Although your contractions are increasing, I wouldn't assume anything now Hun, there is no reason why you can't go another few weeks atleast.

As for going home, if all is well, your cervix has remanded stable and you are able to rest at home, then it should be fine. You could remain at 2cms til term now, I have seen it happen before. Good luck, thrilled youve made it this far xxx

Christiana, bf, Helen, Kate, sugar, LR, and Olga you all ok? X

Hi pink lady - glad all is progressing well xxx

 

[chistiana]

Hi ladies, just wanted to share some of my excitement...had my first steroid shot today and feel soooo much better now! Second one tomorrow! I even walked a good 10-15 minutes and bought my son a couple of books! I feel like a whole new person (i know i sound a bit crazy but i m feeling relaxed)!!

 

[danielita]

chistiana, please, can you tell me if you had betamethasone or dexametasone and also which dosage and when you will repeat it?
i am glad that you are in such a good mood!

ladies, please tell me if you take any form of magnesium to prevent the contractions and if yes, please tell me which one? (magnesium citrate, magnesium lactate, etc). actually i am interested which form of magnesium would work best against the contractions. thanks a lot.

 

[LaRockera]

Christiana-what did I miss? Why were you given steroid shots so early? They gave them to me when I was about 34/35 weeks due to my amniotic fluid levels being on the lower side.

Danielita-When I was given steroids I think I was given the dexametasone ones and was told to refrain from sugar and salty stuff for a couple of weeks. I took two shots per week (one Monday, one Tuesday) for two weeks, so four in total- but can't remember the actual dosage in ml. And I was on osteocare throughout my whole pregnancy, which is calcium&magnesium, and I'm still taking it for BF.