In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the significance of progesterone in pregnancy. She explains what progesterone is, common signs of low progesterone, and the role it plays in supporting pregnancy. Dr. Danielle also provides information on when and how to test progesterone levels, especially for women trying to conceive. She concludes by sharing natural ways to increase progesterone levels and offers recommendations for women seeking to optimize their progesterone levels during pregnancy. Takeaways Progesterone is a hormone primarily made in the ovaries after ovulation and plays a crucial role in supporting pregnancy. Signs of low progesterone include irregular menstrual cycles, recurrent miscarriages, difficulty conceiving, common PMS symptoms, and spotting. Testing progesterone levels is important, especially for women trying to conceive. Progesterone levels should ideally be tested six to seven days after ovulation. Natural ways to increase progesterone levels include maintaining a nutritious diet, managing stress, prioritizing sleep, engaging in regular exercise, and considering herbal supplements like Vitex, vitamin B6, evening primrose oil, and topical progesterone from wild yam. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Progesterone in Pregnancy 03:07 Signs of Low Progesterone 06:24 The Role of Progesterone in Pregnancy 09:15 Testing Progesterone Levels 12:57 Progesterone Levels and Pregnancy 15:18 Natural Ways to Increase Progesterone Levels ----- Have a topic you want covered? DM me on Instagram @drdanielle.nd ⁠⁠⁠Schedule your strategy call here.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fullscript Supplement Dispensary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Download your free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hormone Balancing Smoothie Recipe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: @drdanielle.nd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: drdanielledesroche.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/danielle-m-desroche/support