Understanding Pregnancy

Understanding Pregnancy

Progesterone is the most pivotal hormone of pregnancy. Progesterone promotes the pregnancy - pro gestation - hence the name. During pregnancy, progesterone levels rise from a non-pregnant daily production rate of about 20mg per day to up to 400mg per day. Estrogens also rise during pregnancy but not to the same degree as progesterone. The placenta is responsible for the massive increase in progesterone production, and takes over progesterone production from the ovaries at around week ten of the pregnancy. Progesterone levels are at their greatest during the third trimester of the pregnancy. It is during this time when many women “nest” and “bloom”. Clarity of thought, mental acuity, high energy levels, confidence and zeal typify this period of many women’s pregnancies. With the birth of the child and the passing of the placenta, blood levels of progesterone fall dramatically. The action of breast feeding has the natural action of inhibiting of ovulation and progesterone levels remain low until ovulation recommences. The “second day blues” is a common and transient phenomenon to the new mother, but the more lasting and pervading depression that can overcome some women is triggered by the huge hormonal withdrawl as a result of the birth.

Evaluate your symptoms with the online Progesterone Deficiency Symptoms assessment quiz.

This free booklet explains the role of progesterone in the female body during pregnancy and how many other aspects of a woman’s quality of life can be affected by inadequate progesterone production. These are summarized in the Progesterone booklet displayed opposite.

Downloading the booklet(s) is FREE.

• Natural Progesterone Cream - an Introduction
• Natural Progesterone - A History
• Natural Progesterone Deficiency and Estrogen Dominance
• Estrogen Dominance and the Menopausal and Peri-menopausal years
• Natural Progesterone - Treatment Options
  • Period Pain
  • Irregular and Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
  • Breast Disorders
  • Depression and anxiety attacks
  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  • Hormonal-induced Headaches and Migraines
  • Anovulation

Personal Assessment Tools

• Female Progesterone Deficiency Self-Assessment: The Progesterone Deficiency Assessment questionnaire is a 18 question symptom-based assessment tool used to assess the severity of symptoms due to progesterone deficiency in premenopausal, peri-menopausal and menopausal women. It examines physical and emotional aspects generally associated with hormonal changes from the age 35 onwards.
  The symptoms of estrogen dominance can vary widely from woman to woman and start many years prior to reaching menopause. Each womans transition into menopause is different. Some women have mild, early menopause symptoms. Other women find the quality of their lives significantly affected by changes in mood, memory, productivity, and by uncomfortable physical symptoms. Use the Progesterone Deficiency Assessment Questionnaire by checking one box for each symptom then view the chart at the bottom of the questionnaire and discover the Action Steps that may be right for you.Evaluate your symptoms with the Female Progesterone Deficiency Self-Assessment

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