A/S led to Strict Bedrest- long

Smithuga · August 2011

I don't post very often- but I thought my story might help other's searching for similar stories. (or wondering about the effect of a LEEP procedure)

I had a LEEP procedure in Jan 10' to remove some "pre-cancerous" cells, shortly thereafter I got pregnant with my Baby Girl. We have been seeing a Maternal Fetal Specialist every 4 weeks and having cervical measurements taken, just in case. At 15 weeks I was measuring a 3.6 and everything was great- I was taking Spin Classes, Walking 3 miles a few times a week ago and taking care of my 1 yr old DS. I went in on Friday for the 20 wk, A/S and when they meausred the Cervix it had dropped to 1.6- dangerously low and a sign of pre-term labor. They admitted me to the hospital that morning and discharged me 4 days later- there were no contractions and the Cervix was lengthing everyday. Now I'm at home on stict bedrest for an undetermined amount of time.

I was wondering if anyone had experianced anything like this? Did you remain on bed rest the entire time? Do they ever change it to modified? I hate not being able to take care of my little boy- it breaks my heart that I can't give him his bath and put him to bed everynight, but this time next year I will have 2 beautiful/healthy babies- I keep telling myself I can do anything for a few months.

Sorry this was so long!

DiademChi · August 2011

* hugs * I hope things improve for you as soon as possible.

seashell_83 · August 2011

Lots of T & P and love to you and your little girl. I hope things get better soon for you!!

Nessie82 · August 2011

I came across this blog a few months ago. She had a cerclage done and was put on bedrest. Her healthy DD was born a couple months ago.

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Maybe reading her blog can help ease your fears?

hugs!

shanabonner · August 2011

I'm sorry to hear this! Good for you for being a great mom to both of your babies! Smile

I hope you are able to be up and about again really soon.

Thoughts and prayers sent your way.

love22 · August 2011

I didn't have this but I know a couple people on my local board have been through something similar. One of my good friends was on modified bed rest but she found she was able to do a lot of nice quiet activites with her daughter and eventually her daughter got used to her just laying on the couch. As a side note, she did say she thinks it helped with the transition of bringing home a baby since she was so restricted on what she could do with her in the months prior to delivery.

pdstewart1969 · August 2011

Praying for you.....Glad you are thinking positive about having 2 beautiful healthy children!

Dawn

emd2887 · August 2011

Lots of T&Ps that your LO stays put and healthy, and that things start to look up for you.

GrowGracefully · August 2011

Love22 had a very nice point. Try to enjoy the quiet activities and cuddling with your little one. The good thing is that you are not still in the hospital. Keep up the good job and resting.

I also had a LEEP and my doctor has been very proactive and has me come in every 2 weeks. I have been preparing myself for BR. Thank you for sharing your story.

Smithuga · August 2011

Thank you for all of the support! Sometimes that's all you need to get through times like this. I will def. check out the blog- thanks for the suggestion. I have an appointment on Monday- keep the T&P coming that the number continues to improve...THANKS AGAIN!

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