Cervical Insufficiency Australia
A guide for people navigating cervical insufficiency, cervical shortening, and related pregnancy challenges.
Introducing the CervixTo understand cervical insufficiency, it’s important to first know what the cervix is, how it behaves, and the role it plays during pregnancy.
Understanding Cervical InsufficiencyKnowing what cervical insufficiency is, and the different ways it’s described by doctors and researchers, is key to making sense of your experience
Signs, Symptoms & Risk FactorsLearn the symptoms, clinical signs, and risk factors of cervical insufficiency, and why it can sometimes be hard to detect early
DiagnosisUnderstanding how cervical insufficiency is diagnosed—and why it's often uncertain—can help you make sense of your experience and future care.
Treatment OptionsTreatment for cervical insufficiency often follows a “step-down” approach, where the intensity of intervention is matched to each person’s level of risk, medical history, and current pregnancy findings.
AboutWhy lived experience matters—framing the purpose, limits, and values of this guideThis space was created by people who’ve lived through these experiences, for people who are facing them now. We know how confusing and frightening it can feel, and how hard it can be to find the right resources.