Bedrest Due to Cervical Changes

Sorry for my late reply. I was on bedrest for preterm labor with both of my pregnancies and both times at the 29th week. Both times, I made it to full term or almost full term with healthy babies that came right home from the hospital with me. The majority of my bedrest was in the hospital, especially with my second child, and they monitored my contractions and fetal heart rate continuously. My contractions always increased when I was sitting up, so yes, I would recommend you try to stay on your sides as much as possible. It is hard, I know from experience, but when you are at your wits end with bedrest, being uncomfortable and frustrated at not being able to do what you want to do, just picture your little baby in there and how he/she needs you to do what is best for them so they can be born strong and healthy, without the NICU. The bonus to bedrest is being more in tune with your baby because you aren't on the go like a typical pregnant woman. Keep in mind that bedrest may increase your chances of postpartum depression so make sure you have resources lined up to help you recognize the signs and get help if needed. A good resource for bedrest and preterm labor is an organization/website called sidelines, www.sidelines.org with lots of support and helpful information; check them out! Feel free to contact me if you are ever in need of some encouragement! Best wishes to you and your little one!

From what I understand bed rest means in lying position. Two of my sisters were on bedrest for 3 months and it was difficult for them. It is very difficult but you must remind yourself, during your difficult times, why you are sacrificing your daily living; for the sake of a healthier life for your baby. My niece went into preterm labor at 30 weeks, followed doctors orders to the tee and delivered one week past her due date. My sister held off until week 37 and her son was born with respiratory problems. The longer your baby develops inside your womb the better for his/her health. All the best and lots of patience and good luck.

I was further into my pregnancy and was on bedrest I sat in the recliner propped up and back...I also learned how to cross stitch while on bedrest...I know its easier said then done, but enjoy it, soon enough you will have your lil one here hopefully healthy and you will miss that rest :)

I am sorry that is happening I know it's nerve racking I went through this with my second child. I would say however your comfortable propping yourself up is just fine it's as long as you don't get movin alot to start contractions. I was on procardia as well. try to put ur feet up though I cant tell you how good it is for you, it wards off alot of pregnancy's woes lol... hopefully you have someone with you bringing u things I had a 2 1/2 yr old when I was on bedrest and my husband works 50 hrs a week. everything will be fine just get as much rest as you can cuz once that baby comes those days are gone lol good luck to ya