32. What is a shortened or insufficient cervix?

One of the things we are measuring when you have an ultrasound during pregnancy is the length of your cervix. We want it to be long and strong right up until late pregnancy and ideally past 37 weeks.  For some women, their cervix is found to be shortened or insufficient and they need surveillance and sometimes treatment to make sure their cervix doesn't open and trigger early labour. In this ep we talk about: How the ultrasound test is done What happens if your cervix is shortening What can be done to stop early labour What can be done to help prevent an insufficient cervix for your next pregnancy How common is insufficient cervix +MORE Why did we start this podcast? Well we think there is a barrier for women to get EXPERT pregnancy info that is practical, relatable and easy to understand. Dr Pat has helped 1000s of women have their babies and through this we know that this kind of information given to a woman at the right time can totally change her experience of pregnancy and birth. We invite you to do our free pregnancy quiz or join our program to have us guide your through your pregnancy at www.growmybaby.com.au  LINKS  Instagram  @thekickpregnancypodcast_  Facebook  @thekickpregnancypodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.