Short cervix at 21 weeks

[WTBmyBFP]

All about those prayers Bram. My contractions are fewer and far between, but still having them. I really think it will take time for the UTI to pass to get the contractions to stop. That or I have a new home base here in the hospital. Whatever it takes.

And, BTW, my dr said no food yesterday (hadn't eaten since 9 am) due to contractions and then was kind enough to allow me to have breakfast before putting me on surgery fasting. It was a hospital breakfast and was honestly the best food ever. that is when you know you are h-u-n-g-r-y!!

 

[calypso]

What meds are you getting to stop contractions? And my hospital had AWESOME food!

My contractions stopped (the first go around) when a silent UTI was controlled and I got to go home. When is the cerclage?

 

[WTBmyBFP]

I'm on three different pills, one every three hours to "confuse" my uterus into relaxing. No single pill was working and I honestly don't remember the names.

The cerclage procedure is at 5:30 pm. It seems DH is MIA. I think he forgot to take his cell phone to bed with him. ah well.

 

[sevilla24]

WTB and BRAM Thinking of both you ladies right now and wishing you both well!!!!!!!!!! Keep us posted!!!

 

[Currituckgirl]

WTB ~ You are in my thoughts and prayers!!! I am so glad they caught that your cervix shortened before it was too late. Now they just need to get those darn contractions to stop. I am so happy that they have lessened. Please keep us updated on how your cerclage placement goes. When I was admitted to the hospital I loved it, I knew I was in the best care and the food was not bad at all.

Bram ~ You are in my thoughts and prayers as well!! I hope the thrush goes away as well as the UTI. I haven't had thrush but I have heard that it is very uncomfortable. You are just about 24 weeks

Meaggers ~ Woohoo!!! 30 weeks

Sevilla ~ Woohoo!! 25 weeks. Fabulous ladies!!

Calypso ~ Happy early birthday to you little girl!!

Hi Lizzie!!

As for myself, I had my ultrasound and doctors appointment today. I was hoping for a good shot of his little face, but he was not having it. Instead we got a very good shot of his man parts. My husband loved that. lol. My doctor wasn't even there today which stinks. It is all over my file that I am to see him only (his choice, not mine), so I am going again next week to see him. We are going to talk about me getting off of bed rest at 34 weeks . I am nervous since I will have to return back to work. I am hoping he has me return for just half a day at first. My work is taking bets as to how long I will make it before I go into labor after my return. lol.

 

[calypso]

How did it go WTB?

 

[WTBmyBFP]

Rough. I wish I could say otherwise. I'm soooo hooked up right now. Still having contractions. I have a catheter ( interesting with existing UTI), they put me on magnesium and another pill for contractions, an antibiotic pill for the UTI, clear liquids for next 24 hrs, and due to an oooooops with the anesthesiologist I also have leg massagers, an unknown intramuscular shot to my thigh, a heartbeat monitor and a pressure cuff.

Essentially the anesthesiologist oD'd me and it was only an issue after the procedure. I felt green. And then I couldn't breathe. And started to pass out. And told DH I love him....

.....and my BP at that point was 59/25.

Not good. Anywho. Still trying to get the contractions handled and praying we make it to Monday and beyond. My blood pressure went up with some help and lots of oxygen.

 

[calypso]

WTB, I am so sorry. Lots of hugs and prayers. Message me anytime if you need. I check on and of every few hours while I nurse/pump.

 

[WTBmyBFP]

I'm the princess in room two. Had to call the nurse again for wetting myself which was actual minor minor bleeding and leftovers from the procedure. She came in, consoled me, washed me, changed my diaper/bedding, and gave me juice.

Oh dear. I'm going to put an audio book on until I fall asleep.

 

[lizziedripping]

Hi wtb, sorry to hear you've been having such a rough time

For what it's worth, your cervix was still a pretty good length for suture placement, especially if there was no funneling. Women with much shorter cl have had succesful emergency stitches, and sometimes the suture even adds overall tension and lengthens the cervix once more.

The key now is to get the contractions under control. Catheter is usual after stitch placement, elective or emergency, and should be removed after 24hrs post surgery.

Thoughts and prayers are with you

Bram, you ok hun? Still holding up? Xx

Hi to everyone else, following the thread daily if anyone needs anything

 

[sevilla24]

WTB you are being so strong and hanging in there!!!! My heart goes out to you!!!

Currituck - When is your appointment next week? Mine is on Thursday. It seems odd you would return to work for just a few days/weeks just to turn around and be on maternity leave? Oh well, I am sure it will be okay either way

Everyone else

 

[WTBmyBFP]

Morning gals. Asking for some FX'g. I've had some old blood leaking today after thursdays procedure but so far nothing to worry about. They finally took me off the mag just now and I'm praying for a smooth transition to pills with fewer side effects that can still keep contractions at bay. They just gave me a shot of terbutaline which works well for me but makes me shake like a leaf (not a big deal).

Hopefully the transition will go smoothly and the dr will let me know what the game plan is.

 

[brambram]

Oh WTB you are such a brave woman! And so strong. I know you can and will hold out. Just a few more days til 24 weeks. Things seem to be looking better and You are still in my prayers. By the way WTB - what's FX'g? Sorry, I couldnt figure it out.

Lizzie, I'm still here holding out. I think I'm 24 weeks today and can't believe it! Yay! The thrush is very uncomfortable, but when I read WTB's post I realise I really can't complain

Thank you ladies for your thoughts and prayers! The support is great.

 

[brambram]

Sevilla, I have an appointment next Thursday too...and that's when they check my cervix again for the first time since they told me it was short at 20 weeks. Whats your appointment for?

And Currituck, it will probably feel so strange to be off bed rest. I still have thoughts that's you'll go all the way to 40 weeks - heck you may even be overdue!

 

[WTBmyBFP]

Oh WTB you are such a brave woman! And so strong. I know you can and will hold out. Just a few more days til 24 weeks. Things seem to be looking better and You are still in my prayers. By the way WTB - what's FX'g? Sorry, I couldnt figure it out.

I'm still here holding out. I think I'm 24 weeks today and can't believe it! Yay! The thrush is very uncomfortable, but when I read WTB's post I realise I really can't complain

Thank you ladies for your thoughts and prayers! The support is great.

1. Finger Crossing.
2. Yes you can and should complain. It really relieves frustration just to say "I HATE THE WAY THIS FEELS AND I DON'T HAVE TO LIKE IT." and then grin and bear because we are warriors who have learned to put our children first over ourselves before they even get here. We are DEDICATED mothers, those with complications (not that others aren't, we just sacrifice a bit earlier than most).
3. Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!! Congrats on V-day!!!!!

 

[Currituckgirl]

WTB ~ Holy cow!!! You are so strong lady! I am so sorry to hear about the complications with your procedure. You are almost 24 weeks!! I have heard that blood is common after a cerclage. You are in my thoughts and prayers still. Hopefully those contractions have stopped now.

Sevilla ~ My appointment is Thursday as well!! That is when they are checking your cervix again, right? I bet you are excited and nervous at the same time. I wish I didn't have to go back to work until after I have Jacob, but at least my boss said she wasn't going to have me doing to much.

Bram ~ HAPPY V-DAY!!!! Woohoo! Congratulations I hope your thrush gets better.. and quick! If I have to be induced that will just be the funniest thing to me. lol.

 

[WTBmyBFP]

So a quick update. My doctor and stand in doctor did brainstorming and I'm on more aggressive meds but will only have to do magnesium as needed (possibly weekly for up to 48 hours in one stint) to keep my body from becoming immune to the meds I respond well to.

My IV is out, my catheter is out, and I feel like a free woman now that I can sometimes get up as needed for bathroom breaks, pad changes, toothbrushing, and perhaps a shower if approved!

I appreciate all the support. I'll still be hospitalized due to the high risk nature of my contractions and short cervix as well as the dangers of the new pills. I couldn't be happier o be stabilized to this point. Tomorrow is V Day!

 

[lizziedripping]

Congratulations on 24wks bb - every day/week now is a,huge bonus lovely

Yey wtb, you're viable today too Multiples apparently develop their major organs (inc lungs) at a faster rate than singletons too up to 30wks, mother nature's way of preparing them for an expected early arrival. That's not to say you can't get to 30wks and beyond tho chick x

 

[sevilla24]

BRAM and CURRITUCK ~ My appointment on Thursday is ALSO to check my cervix Looks like we should all be reporting back with some cervical lengths on Thursday YIPEEEE!!!

 

[brambram]

Happy v-day +1 WTB!!!! How are things ?