Stopping progesterone
Any ivf mumma’s in here who have been taking progesterone? We are 14 weeks now and weaning off it and I am afraid to. Wondering if anyone is in the same boat or have any words of wisdom 🥰
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How regularly are you doing blood tests? Weaning off is scary but if you are being properly monitored and taking it slow it should be fine :)
I am 15 weeks and weaned off slowly starting at 10 weeks and completely stopped at 12 weeks.
No blood tests…each time I ask they just say it’s not necessary past this point. Can I ask who did your blood tests? Like your GP or through pregnancy care appointments? I have my 16w app soon where I’ll be in the final days of weaning so could ask then about it again.
Yep me! I weaned off at 10 weeks down to one pessary a day for 5 days then stopped. I had my progesterone checked a week or so ago and it was at 70, so no issues. I was nervous but my FS and Ob both said the placenta starts taking over between 8-10 weeks and they only keep people on progesterone until then for their own peace of mind, not because it's necessary.
Amazing thankyou. This makes me feel better. I think I’ll just ask for a blood test at the 16 w app to double check for peace of mind
I stopped cold turkey at 10 weeks on the dot. I was taking 4x a day. No bloods or weaning and everything has been fine. I was advised if any issues I could call the nurses or just pop one in to be safe but now 14+3 and haven’t had any issues
I was advised to stop at 11 weeks and had no issues best to consult your healthcare provider though
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