Pregnant after a Loss

And....I'm on bedrest...

Today was our a/s. It was a little challenging emotionally because the u/s was in the same room with the same tech who discovered our last loss. Besides that the a/s went great. They were able to see everything and everything looked good. We found out we are Team Pink! Yay!

Unfortunately we also discovered that despite having a cerclage placed at 12w my cervix is shortening from the inside. Last week my cervix measured 3.4cm and today it was 1.3cm. 

No more work for me, though he did say I could do light computer work from home. No chores, no lifting, no nothing. They asked if I would prefer to be in the hospital or at home. I chose home so I could be with DH and our pets. I'm allowed to use the bathroom, shower, and make a quick snack. 

DH and I are trying to take this all in and process it. It certainly wasn't how I imagined  my pregnancy. I keep telling myself, "Eyes on the prize."

I asked our FNP for some goals to focus on. Our first goal is for no more loss of length and a possible increase in cervical length. 2nd goal is 24w. Then 28w. Then week by week after that. I'm being monitored closely and will have weekly checkups for the near future. 

Mentally I can do this. Now we just need my body to cooperate. 

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BFP #3 - Evie V. Q. Fetal demise @ 16w. DC 7.8.12
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  • Huge hugs. Sorry its not what you pictures. Will say prayers for each of your goals. I'm glad they are letting you bedrest at home. Oh...and excitedly ...Congrats and welcome to team pink!
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  • I'm so sorry that your on bed rest. I'm on couch rest right now and I'm facing strict bed rest once I get my cerclage placed.

    I asked my doctor for tips and she suggested setting up a bed in different rooms. Since you are allowed to use the washroom you can move to another room afterwards.

    She also mentioned a bed rest support group. There is one in our area and basically they set you up with someone who is as far along as you and you can call/email each other. I know sidelines also offers this but it's an online resource.

    FX for an increase in cervical length, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
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  • I am so sorry your on bed rest. Ill be praying your little girl stays in as long as possible!!
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  • So sorry about the bed rest! At least you get to be at home! ((HUGS))
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    D&C: 03/08/12 Waited for AF for 146 long days!
    Hysteroscopy/D&C on July 10th to fix blocked cervix (DX: Cervical Stenosis)
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  • Thanks for the kind words, ladies. Kitties are happy with the increased snuggle time!

    I was on bed rest for a week after my cerclage and came up with a decent schedule involving mornings upstairs in bed and afternoons/evening downstairs on the futon. 

    I feel bad for DH because of the added stress this puts on him. :(

    BFP #1 - Missed M/C, D&C 3.21.11

    BFP #2 - Sylvie V. Q. born and died on 10.28.11 at 21w. Lilypie Angel and Memorial tickers

    BFP #3 - Evie V. Q. Fetal demise @ 16w. DC 7.8.12
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    BFP  #4 - Beatrix V. Q. Born 6.2.13 at 23w6d.
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  • Sorry that you're on bedrest... I'm sure it's going to be hard.  I like your eyes on the prize attitude!  (hugs) 
  • I'm sorry to hear about your cervix.  I had a similar situation (although no cerclage).  I was put on home bed rest at 21w, admitted to the ante-partum unit at 23w,5d.  Like you, our 1st goal was 24w, then 28w.  Bed rest is so hard and I totally get your frustration and feeling badly for DH, but your "eyes on the prize" attitude is awesome.  

    TBH, I feel much more secure in the hospital and my DH has said the same.  I guess home and hospital each have pros and cons.

    Hang in there - and congrats on TEAM PINK!! 

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    Dx: balanced translocation and LPD

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    BPF 02/19/12, EDD 10/31/12, natural m/c 02/28/12 (4w6d)

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    BFP 12/02/12, u/s @ 6w,5d showed 2 HBs! Identical twins!!
    Bed rest from 21w-35w due to short cervix, hospital bed rest from 23w-32w due to PTL
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  • Congrats on team pink!  ((Hugs)) for the bedrest though.  I will keep my FX that your cervix starts lengthening so your little girl can cook for much longer.

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  • Congrats on your little girl :) seems like quite a few are going team pink this week! So sorry about the bed rest but I'm glad your doctor is doing everything they can. 
    BFP#1 9/28/2012 - EDD 6/3/2013 - MMC discovered 11/21/2012 @ 12w2d - D&C 11/24/2012
    BFP#2 4/4/2013 - Born at 37w3d on 11/26/13 via emergency c-section
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  • Congratulations on team pink! I'm sorry you're on bedrest. I hope it's not too difficult for you.

  • I am so sorry honey, hopefully with the rest you can gain some length. Sending you hugs and T&P's.
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    BFP #1 Oct 1 2010 MC Oct 3 2010
    DX PCOS w/ AO Nov 2011
    3 rounds of Clomid all BFN
    BFP #2 10/12/12 Beta #1 45.1 Beta #2 160.7 * 2/27 diagnosed with IEF in utero.
    Dalaney born @ 35w2d via emergency C-section due to Pre-E after 30 hrs of labor & losing her HB twice. She weighed 5lbs 8oz & was 19in long on May 26th 2013 @ 605am

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  • Ugh, I am so so sorry. Bed rest is hard!  Definitely take the bed rest seriously! No cheating by putting such and such an item away, oh I can wash these three dishes, or let me just straighten this up over here.... When you're home it's soooo tempting to justify little tasks that don't seem like you're doing anything at all, but really, it's a big deal.  Hang in there, one day at a time!
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  • So sorry about the bed rest.  That sounds really hard.  I'm happy you got a choice between hospital vs. home and you could make a the decision that's best for you (and I would have gone with home, too!).  I'm sure once you come up with a plan/routine, it won't be so bad.  Plus your baby girl gets to cook for that much longer!  Hang in there.

     And congrats on the healthy baby, too!

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  • I'm sorry you are having to go through this!  Sending good thoughts your way and congrats on a little girl!

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    BFP #2 9/10/12 CP 9/19/12@ 5.5wks EDD 5/21/13
    BFP# 3 12/3/12...Lukas James born 8/15/13
    BFP# 4 8/4/14 EDD 4/13/15

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  • One step at a time. So sorry u have to go through this. Glad LO is doing well!! Eyes on the prize!!!
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  • I'm sorry sweetie. Do you need anything? Do you need us to send you magazines or anything?
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  • Congrats on a baby girl. I'm sorry you have to be on bed rest, I hope the time flies by for you with no complications!!
  • ((Hugs))

    Eyes on the prize! Eyes on the prize! You got this!

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  • Thanks, everyone. I'm thankful that LO is doing well and we will do what we have to to keep her cooking as long as possible. 

     

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    I'm sorry sweetie. Do you need anything? Do you need us to send you magazines or anything?

    Thank you very much for the generous thought. I'm well stocked with media and potentially some work. I have a goal of reading 55 books this year and have only read 8 so far. Maybe I can make some decent progress on this goal!

    BFP #1 - Missed M/C, D&C 3.21.11

    BFP #2 - Sylvie V. Q. born and died on 10.28.11 at 21w. Lilypie Angel and Memorial tickers

    BFP #3 - Evie V. Q. Fetal demise @ 16w. DC 7.8.12
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  • Huge HUGS. I'm so sorry you are going through this. I'm sending lots of positive vibes for reaching those milestones and a healthy outcome for you and for baby.
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    BFP#1 April 12, 2011, EDD December 24, 2011, strong heart beat at 7w3d, d&c at 10w6d
    BFP#2 Oct 24, 2011, natural miscarriage, EDD unknown
    After RPL testing my losses and subsequent infertility are considered unexplained.
    Cycle #22: Femara, TI, and progesterone = BFP!! 
    BFP#3 Dec 21, 2012. Beta #1 @14dpo = 134, progesterone 67.8. Beta #2 @ 17dpo = 664! Team green, EDD 9/1/13, healthy baby boy born 9/12/13!
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  • Congratulations on Team Pink!

    Your attitude going into bedrest is just what you need. I'm hopefully just coming off of bedrest this Thursday, and that thought is what has kept me sane over the past 16 weeks. I hope that bedrest keeps your cervix in check, and that everything goes swimmingly.

    I'm glad everything with your girl looks good!

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    BFP#1 03/17/12 DD 11/09/12 Missed MC 05/14/12 (No growth past 9wk1d) D&C 05/22/12
    Removal of Ovarian Cyst 07/27/12
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  • I'm so sorry, but I'm glad they caught it. FX for increase in cervical length. You can do this!
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  • imagesunshine6888:
    So sorry you are on bedrest. :-( But remember, in the end it will all be soooo worth it!! :-) 
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    BFP#2 4/14/13 EDD 12/24/13 Please be our rainbow after the storm!
    Beta#1 @ 15dpo 274, P4 16.9 Beta#2 @ 18dpo 940!! Doubling time of 40 hours!! u/s @ 6w2d showed a beautiful HB of 120! u/s @ 10w1d HB 174!! Grow, LO Grow!! Found out 7/22 we are TEAM BLUE!!
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  • Thinking of you always!! Keep that baby cooking !!!! Big Smile
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