As a Woman Signs of Low Progesterone and What You Can Do About It
Sep 30, 2025
Dive into the world of progesterone with Dr. Natalie Crawford as she demystifies this vital hormone. Discover how it affects your menstrual cycle, fertility, and mood. Unearth the signs of low progesterone, from irregular cycles to unexplained infertility, and explore strategies for support. Learn about the delicate balance between estrogen and progesterone, and the importance of proper testing and treatment timing. Plus, gain insights on natural ways to boost progesterone levels for better health outcomes.
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Progesterone Controls The Implantation Window
- Progesterone is made after ovulation and controls when your period comes and whether the lining can accept an embryo.
- Both too little and constant too much progesterone can prevent implantation by closing the implantation window.
Progesterone Is Pulsatile Not Fixed
- The corpus luteum forms from the ruptured follicle and makes progesterone in pulses across the luteal phase.
- Normal luteal progesterone ranges broadly (roughly 3–40 ng) so single target numbers are misleading.
Misdiagnosis Turned Into Unintentional Birth Control
- A patient with regular periods was misdiagnosed with 'estrogen dominance' and given daily progesterone that acted like birth control.
- She lost six months of fertility attempts before proper evaluation and ovulation induction led to pregnancy.
