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Post by isabella on Nov 8, 2006 15:56:33 GMT
You might remember me telling you my DIL is pregnant again and how we are keeping our fingers crossed that all will be well.
She went to see the specialist last week and has been told that as they don't know why Lily arrived 3 months early they would like to put a stitch in - it's really worrying me.She is going into hospital tomorrow to have it done - does anyone have any experience of this procedure?
DIL had her first scan the other day and all seems to be o.k.
I nearly cried when she said that my son was worried that there
wasn't a baby and that she was having a phantom pregnancy(I am sniffling now just thinking about it)
They waited so long to have Lily and couldn't believe they could be lucky again.
Thanks for listening Pam X
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Post by magrich on Nov 8, 2006 16:36:31 GMT
my understanding, from obstetrics many years ago, is that they put a stitch in the cervix just to prevent it dilating too soon. I know many women who have had this done and gone on to have straight forward labours and deliveries.
I know it is easy to say, but TRY not to worry too much. The hospital will be keeping a close eye on your DIL and will be ready for anything.
Men do say the most ridiculous things at times don't they?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2006 16:45:58 GMT
Hi isabella  I hope this helps and I agree with what magrich has said - at least that is my understanding. My thoughts are with you Px |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2006 16:55:30 GMT
Pam
A friend of mine had her first baby at 28 weeks (he survived - just) so when she fell pregnant again, they kept a very close eye on her. After a few "pains" at about 28 weeks again, they put a stitch in and she went on to deliver a normal happy healthy child who was actually a little overdue !
I'm sure everything will be fine
FA x
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Post by Plocket on Nov 8, 2006 16:56:37 GMT
Oh Isabella!  I don't know the first thing about obstetrics but I'm sure your DIL is in safe hands. Of course this won't stop you or her, or you son for that matter, worrying, but if it's any help you know we are here for you to talk to if need be. |
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Post by lottielady on Nov 8, 2006 16:56:42 GMT
 Keep your chin up Pam - sounds like the doctors are just taking precautions. LL x |
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Post by sleepysunday on Nov 8, 2006 17:08:11 GMT
<Bighugfrommesmiley> I don't pretend to understand these things, but can appreciate your anxiety. <andanotherbighugforthehellofitsmiley> |
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Post by isabella on Nov 8, 2006 19:09:13 GMT
Thankyou for your support - I will try not to worry Love Pam x
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Post by Dr Bill on Nov 8, 2006 19:22:10 GMT
It's called a Schirodker suture. It is like a pursestring around the cervix which prevents it from opening prematurely. The suture is removed at about 36 weeks (I think).
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Post by isabella on Nov 8, 2006 19:30:31 GMT
Thanks drbill Love Pam x
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Post by Juliet on Nov 8, 2006 21:29:46 GMT
A friend of mine had it done, too, Pam - she had previously lost 2 babies which were born prematurely & she was told it was just a safety precaution to prevent this happening again. Once she had the stitch there were no problems & she's had a second child since - she now has 2 healthy little girls.
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Post by isabella on Nov 8, 2006 21:31:51 GMT
Thankyou Juliet Love Pam x
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Post by Dutchy on Nov 9, 2006 9:28:48 GMT
I hope all those knowledgeable people got you less worried now.
Fingers crossed
Dx
oopd forgot the hug here it is HUG
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Post by isabella on Nov 9, 2006 15:35:19 GMT
Thankyou Dutchy, Love Pam x
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Post by skarloey on Nov 9, 2006 16:20:40 GMT
Hi Pam, Sorry, I've only just seen this thread. I'm not normally a huggy kind of person but sometimes, what's got to be done has got to be done! Here  Has that helped? ;D Now relax coz soon you are going to have another special little bundle to adore. Best wishes to you and yours Skarloey.  |
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Post by isabella on Nov 9, 2006 17:51:59 GMT
Thankyou Skarloey -Love Pam X
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Post by grannyjanny on Nov 9, 2006 22:52:51 GMT
Hi Isabella. Please try not to worry. My daughter had pre cancerous cells in her twenties which meant she had to have a stitch with all 3 pregnancies. If she hadn't the bab
ies could have just dropped out at approx 6mnths. When the stitch was fitted she had to have bed rest for a few days & take it easy for a couple of weeks & the stitch was uncomfortable throughout the pregnancy but a small price to pay.
I think it was done at approx 16 -18 weeks.
Janet.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 9:55:32 GMT
Hi isabella
A MEGGA HUG from me
Regards to you and yours
Karenwl
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 11:57:58 GMT
Hi Pam ... hope everything goes well for you and yours <virtual hug>... cheers ...
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Post by isabella on Nov 11, 2006 16:32:50 GMT
grannyjanny,karenwl and canarycreeper - thankyou for your support.
DIL has had it done and is fine!
We are trying to make her have a rest for a few days - she is such a busy little person!
Love Pam x
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Post by Plocket on Nov 11, 2006 18:41:50 GMT
Oh that's lovely news Isabella - I bet it makes you a lot happier too!
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Post by isabella on Nov 11, 2006 20:21:13 GMT
Thanks Plocket! I am really pleased you got on O.K. Love Pam x  |
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