Cerlcage Removed and off bedrest

Hi Ladies...just wanted to give some inspiration for those that have IC issues.  The doctor put in a Shirodkar cerclage for me at 12 weeks (I miscarried during my last pregnancy due to IC at 16 wks).  My cervix suddenly shortened again (despite the cerlcage) at 16 weeks this time and they put me on bedrest then.  I started the weekly PG17 shots at 17 weeks along with weekly monitoring and strict bedrest.  I can't say it has always been easy because I had a few scares during weeks 23-27 where my cervix shortenened again.  I had the option to continue my bedrest at the hospital or take indocin with monitoring twice a week for 2 weeks.  I did the indocin and the baby didn't have any negative reaction. My doctors did tell me to get ready for a preemie in the event the cerclage wouldn't hold or my water breaks. During my 7th month, the baby started moving up and that was a sign of things getting better.  On Thursday at 36wks 1 day, they removed the cerclage.  I can't say it was a fun experience.  I found it to be very painful.  But good thing it didn't last too long (perhaps 2 minutes).  But it's all for the little one.  I'm now off bedrest.  Super tired all the time since I have to rebuild muscle strength.  Getting myself ready for the big day.  The doc told me with my cervix issues, he doesn't forsee me being in labor for long (hope he's right).  So now it's the waiting game.  For all of you that have cerclages....hang in there and follow the doctors orders.  I was blessed to have lots of support and prayers throughout the pregnancy from friends and family.  Best of luck and I will keep you posted when she comes.  Feel free to PM me or write back if you have questions.