Progesterone in Pregnancy

Pregnancy is the time of growing up of any girl. You can see this not only in terms of behavior, but also in appearance. But few people realize that the pregnant woman is getting fatter not so much from the increased appetite (which, by the way, can remain the same), but from the changed level of hormones.

In the old days, progesterone in pregnancy was not sufficiently studied. And although at this stage, not everything is known about this, many young mothers know how to manage the amount of this stimulator, and even more so for doctors.

The reasons why women suffer more every year from lack or excess of hormones are not specified, but many are inclined to the version that the chemical treatment of products that are present on each table leads to numerous disabilities of the body. That is why, even if everything is in order and progesterone during pregnancy is kept in acceptable norms, the nutrition of the expectant mother should be as natural as possible. After all, everything that happens in the body of a woman, affects the future health of the child.

Often, women learn that they have low progesterone in pregnancy. Although, before this time, they had no special problems with hormones. This is not a verdict and it's not worth worrying about. Even if you saw in the conclusion of ultrasound or the results of analyzes the phrase: "threat of abortion," then this is not a reason to roar around the clock. The main thing is to ask the doctor, and he will explain everything in detail.

So, you have low progesterone in pregnancy. First of all, it becomes clear after the analysis of venous blood for hormones. Although, many specialists who conduct ultrasound can determine this immediately. The fact that progesterone during pregnancy is responsible for certain stages of ripening of the fetus. It helps to reduce the contractility of the uterus and securely fixate the egg already in its cavity.

The threat of abortion is only if there is a suspicion of slowing the development of the fetus. In the early stages of this aspect requires mandatory intake of hormonal drugs. The most common among them - Dyufaston. Do not be afraid for the fact that you are taking such a serious medication at the very beginning of pregnancy. These are just hormones that your adrenals and ovaries produce in insufficient quantities. Pregnancy with low progesterone can be absolutely normal if you follow the advice of doctors.

At week 16, the fetus has already, practically, formed the placenta and it takes on the function of synthesizing progesterone for the baby. That is why the intake of hormonal drugs, in particular, containing progesterone, during pregnancy stops on a period of 16-17 weeks. However, the timing is very approximate, because the exact date of conception is very difficult to predict.

Pregnancy with low progesterone is quite possible. And if only because of this you are afraid to get pregnant, it is very in vain. Modern medicines will quickly establish the necessary balance and your baby will not be threatened.

Cases when even the placenta due to its insolvency, produces an insufficient amount of progesterone, also happen. This, too, does not need much experience. Prescribe all the same drugs that contain hormones. Thanks to the additional "supply" of these stimulants to the mother's body, the fetus continues to develop normally. After birth, the child will not need hormones, tk. His body will begin to work "autonomously" from the placenta and mom.

And the level of progesterone after birth will improve and mom. And will deal with the distribution of subcutaneous fat again. He will also regulate the menstrual cycle, which, ideally, should stop for a while while the woman is breastfeeding. But even if menstruation started earlier, you should not stop feeding. And here, to the doctor-gynecologist you can visit. But these are completely different concerns.

We wish you always to be healthy and give birth to the same children!