A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. Progesterone production is the domain of the ovary until the placenta takes over progesterone production at around 8-10 weeks gestational age. - it is just 2 weeks of oestrogen and then 2 weeks of both hormones - and often the progestogen is synthetic which can make the problem worse. I'm about a week away from when my RE told me to stop so I'm already stressing about when I'll actually stop. I agree with Taz about the pitfalls of self medicating. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. But it looks like 12 weeks is more common. But it looks like 12 weeks is more common. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. I was on progesterone as it was IVF and your body doesn't make t like in a normal pregnancy. Start by selecting which of these best describes you! Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. I'm supposed to stop progesterone and estrace cold turkey this Sunday (I will be 10 weeks), and I am SO nervous! I'm 8 weeks today and my doctor is keeping me on progesterone til 12 weeks, estrogen patches for 2 more weeks and baby aspirin til 12 weeks. RE predicts that i will go through menopause around age 30..27 or 28. Drinking pineapple juice. Just a heads up, my doc warned me that I could have some spotting 2-5 days after stopping. But it is good to hear that others stopped at 9 weeks and were perfectly fine! 8/2013 - IUI #2: 50 units Follistim + Ovidrel = BFP! They never did any tests to make sure everything was ok. 1997-2023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. Stopped at 10 weeks with the twins. This means shaving off a small amount from the suppository daily. Thank you for any stories that may help put my mind at ease. Why stop progesterone for 2 weeks per month? :) A ARoseMom Oct 10, 2015 at 6:41 AM @kristinlevinmay2016, However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Jump in the fray! (You must log in or sign up to post here. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. I stopped at 11 and was nervous. My RE had me go until 12 weeks but started tapering at 11 weeks. . He asked why I even asked him to check the numberI said because I had a concern since I was breastfeeding my son and with my daughter they monitored it often. Said if you experience a lot of spotting, miscarriage, lots of cramping, etc. 2/10/14 Transferred 2 AA day 5 blasts , 5 Frozen - Estrace & Endometrim (which IMO is worse than PIO!!). Trust your doctor's advice they want this for you almost as much as you do. She didn't want me to freak. It increases thereafter from gestation weeks 7-9 (mean serum progesterone in week 7 = 63.4 nmol/L, compared to 67.7 nmol/L in week 8 (p = 0.374) and 78.9 nmol/L in week 9 (p < 0.001). It might have been a minor shock to stop cold turkey after 400mg per day. In recent years, with the continuous changes in the scale of pig breeding, the pig breeding industry has become more and more detailed in the technical requirements for pig feedin I had my 9 week appt. Although it's tempting to use the one that makes you feel better I would be really wary of this without first having the docs advice. They're completely normal! Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. In hormonal birth control, progestin side effects can include withdrawal bleeding and increased cramping. Good luck! We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. Team Green turned Team Blue-Baby Conner arrived on 9/19/14. The point about using sequential HRT while you are peri-menopausal is that your own cycle is still fluctuating and there is likely to be unpredictable spotting and bleeding. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Stopping progesterone 10 weeks. Most don't have any problems while they stop, however, stopping suddenly does increase the risk of menopausal symptoms returning, so you should not stop taking your HRT without consulting your doctor. At 9 weeks I went to my new dr. I don't think there's any problem with either method at any age - it is purely what works for you!!! Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. The RE told me to stop taking the progesterone (endometrium) at 10 weeks. I am thrilled to stop, I hate the damn pills. Especially the tip about spotting. He said it's not all that evident that they really help and he thought my former dr. was just trying to pad her bottom line. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. Anonymous: I did an Fet and I'm pregnant. My doctor mentioned to continue progesterone 2 more weeks, but wrote 1 more week on my paperwork. I am nervous about stopping it because I feel like it might be too early. They actually extended mine a wk because I've had some bleeding, so I hope it's ok to stop it in a week! Periods should start within a few days of stopping the Duphaston. I had a scan last Thursday at 11+5 and saw a wriggling baby! Have you gotten your progesterone checked lately? If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. He has always mentioned stopped at 10 weeks, not 11 weeks but now I'm confused. I want to stop but I am worried, Update 2/8/23Its been exactly one year since my cerclage. I had a blood progestrone test at 13 weeks exactly (at my request) and my level was a spectacular 39.6! The evidence that progesterone helps is really mixed, I miscarried whi, Good to know, sorry to hear about your miscarriage but congrats on your new pregnancy x, I stopped at 7 weeks as advised by the clinic and all went well, I now, I stopped progesterone injections from my viability scan but I was told to stop the pessaries between 10-12 weeks. think twice before sharing personal details, foster a friendly and supportive environment, remove fake accounts, spam and misinformation, delete posts that violate our community guidelines, reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. Has anyone else stopped progesterone suppositories at 9 weeks? My RE instructed me to stop at 9 weeks 2 days, as in the 9th-10th week your placenta takes over and is producing plenty of progesterone. I think the more recent studies show that the shift happens between 7-9 weeks. I'm 8 weeks yesterday. I appreciate all the help. If you experience any bleeding or painful cramping after stopping the prog, call them and they may re-test your levels and put you back on. I am getting really nervous, because no . But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Taking the morning-after pill. I foolishly did googling and found answers saying that the placenta takes over progesterone production at 8-12 weeks which makes me worry. Thanks everyone! The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. IVF #3 (Sept. 2012) 39R, 25F, 13 blasts, 3 NORMALS! I was on 50 mg suppositories from about 6 weeks (the day I went to the dr to confirm the pregnancy.) ER 2/5/14 19R, 16M, 11F with PICSI. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. Baby has been tested and has no chromosomal abnormalities and my cervix has been closed. I had no problems at all. Continue to take progesterone as directed even if you feel well. The following methods don't work at stopping your period: Drinking lemon juice. (I have a new OB now/no longer the one who prescribed the meds). This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. I have my first OB appointment next Wednesday, so I kind of want to take them until then and see what her opinion is. My IF brain is nervous of what will happen once I'm off. I have enough until 11 1/2 weeks. Good luck, I'm sure you will be fine! You're fears are *not* irrational. I don't have any advice for you, just empathy. I was told by my RE (shady grove)to stop estrogen and progesterone both at 8 weeks, but I only stopped the estrogen at 8 wks and continued with the progesterone until week 12 which my OB said was fine. She said to just stop and. Good luck. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. I have to say Im not very excited to be back in this group. I am now 12 weeks :). You should be producing enough progesterone yourself now, and you will be further reassured when you have your scan next week. I'm starting to ween myself off starting today so that I'll be finished by 14w. I stopped progesterone (endo) at 9 weeks. I was on the injections for what seemed like forever, then they switched me to the suppositories only at 8 weeks and I'm supposed to stop at 10 weeks with those. Good luck, mama, and congrats on your science baby! I'm a worry wart in general so I've been trying to not read anything negative. I'll be 10 weeks, then so maybe I'll feel a little better about it. I'm sure you'll be fine! Vaginal progesterone gel or suppositories. Congrats on this milestone! today and have been taking 200mg twice a day since 5 weeks. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. If your cycles are regular but shorter (for example, if your period starts every 2126 days), then start cyclic progesterone /MPA on cycle day 12. My doc doesn't even typically check levels. Vaginal progesterone doesn't enter the blood stream, therefore a blood test, even while on it would result in your actual blood progesterone level. When did you stop taking progesterone - posted in PG after IVF: Hi everyone! My doctor had me stop the progesterone at 8 weeks which I worried was too soon. So confusing. Although 9 weeks seems a bit early to me. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. The discharge is not sticky and it only has a light Ac Keeps Shutting Off A thick, white discharge can occur throughout your menstrual cycle During ovulation It can be watery or thick and. BFP 2/14/11, missed m/c 9 weeks. It is tough to stop the injections because we grow to associate them with the reason why our pregnancy is successful so far (and it's likely true). My RE instructed me to stop at 9 weeks 2 days, as in the 9th-10th week your placenta takes over and is producing plenty of progesterone. My doc doesn't even typically check levels. . We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. I'm nervous about that because I thought that the placenta didn't make enough progesterone until weeks 10-12. Archived discussions are usually a bit older and not as active as other community content. If all is good, I can stop. I've just received another very similar tale of stopping it abruptly, see here. My RE told me I could stop at 8 weeks when I graduated to my OB. I stopped cold turkey and was very nervous but everything was fine. Yes Freda conti HRT works to prevent a bleed (eventually when you are post-menopausal) because the progestogens interfere with the oestrogen receptors in the uterus lining and work to prevent growth and build-up - which is why the dose needs to be right for the amount of oestrogen being taken. I am on it but my level was 9.2 (8weeks) and I have/am experiencing spotting. I am so sore from the shots! Hi Kelly- My RE also told me to stop the supps at 9 weeks, but it makes me nervous too, so I think I am going to finish out my script- I have another 14. Just over 12 weeks. Try not to worry. I then had spotting during the month and my GP moved me to Evorel conti. I'm sure everything is going to be fine! The effects of coming off the mini pill are pretty similar to the combined pill. Now is the perfect time to start your Baby Registry! Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. BFN. January 2014 - IVF #3 (Lucky #3?!) I was one 200mg 2x a day and stopped on Monday at 11wks. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". I don't know, since my RE puts everyone on progesterone regardless of level. Get weekly updates on baby and your body. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. Thank you. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Hi there my first post here Iv spent so many hours on here reading posts and I suppose hope without ever being too involved posting it gave me support and an understanding to some of the things that happened , I suppose starting at the beginning Hi everyone. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. If you feel you need to continue them til 12 weeks it won't hurt the baby I am stopping mine tomorrow at 12 weeks and I am scared I don't see my ob til 13 weeks and alot can happen in a week good luck. The dr. that prescribed the suppositories said that with my scan pics and the corpus luteum that I had on my ovary that I could stop the suppositories at 10 weeks. Beta #1 195 Beta #2 1/15-533. Also, lots of us know the inconvenience of being over 50 and finding that our womb lining is too thick which then triggers a whole list of scans and appointments - under NHS guidelines - often leading to hysteroscopy in order to give the all clear. It stopped but I still went to the doctor this morning and everything was fine. You need to take progesterone for at least 10 to 13 days to sufficiently mature the uterine lining enough for a withdrawal bleed to occur when you do stop the progesterone. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. (Well, a *good* doctor will!) I was pregnant with twins from donor egg IVF. Dr Daniel says. Really worried as Ive had a previous miscarriage and this exact thing happened. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Didnt have my first OB appt. A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. Me! I've taken progesterone with both my pregnancies (one IVF and one natural cycle) and both times, I was told to quit the progesterone "cold turkey" at 10 weeks and all was fine - in fact, I felt a lot less tired! A group of plant-based compounds called isoflavones may help ease symptoms of endometriosis by blocking aromatase. 2 When should I take progesterone in my cycle? Congratulations! . Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Have heard baby's hb twice since then so all is good! Estrogen is a female hormone that controls the normal growth of the endometrium. eSET of a normal blast on 2/24/14, 6 frosties. Also did everyone else just stop cold turkey? Again, theres a chance you could get pregnant straight away. I'm wicked nervous about it too, despite there being nothing good or fun about taking progesterone supplements. My clinic discharged me from their care and also told me to stop taking the progesterone supplements that I have been on since I got pregnant. My ob told me to toss it as of this week (last pill was on 13w1d). Can you get your period while on progesterone? Create an account or log in to participate. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. (Read 5420 times), Adverts on this website are not endorsed by Menopause Matters, A to Z of menopause and medical conditions. I have my next appt on Sept. 8, but I still have my symptoms so I'm guessing everything is still going well. For treating unusual stopping of menstrual periods (amenorrhea): Adults and teenagers45 milligrams (mg) (one applicatorful of 4% gel) once every other day for up to six doses. It's a horrible mental hurdle, but you have to trust. d&e 3/24/11, Dx with Balanced Robertsonian Translocation (13;14) moving on to IVF w/ PGD, IVF #1 (May 2012) 13R, 10F, 5 blasts, ONE NORMAL frozen no transfer, IVF #2 (July 2012) 17R, 8F, 5 blasts, ONE NORMAL 6dt on 7/12/2012- c/p. Scary, though! This is what my RE told me to do.. The evidence that progesterone helps is really mixed, I miscarried whilst taking progesterone and im now carrying whilst taking it until 12 weeks so I wouldnt worry too much about it xxxx. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".