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What Does The Placenta Start Producing Estrogen And Progesterone?
Question: Just wanted to get a definite answer on when the placenta starts to take over the production of oestrogen and progesterone so I can be sure when it is safe to stop taking all my progesterone and oestrogen supplementation. I am at 11 weeks now.
Brief Answer:
It is safe to stop now
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Placental take over and production starts completely at 9 weeks pregnancy. You don't need any more supplements of estrogen and progesterone after 9 weeks.
At 11 weeks you can safely stop all progesterone and estrogen supplements you have.
Let me know if you need any more clarification.
Regards
It is safe to stop now
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Placental take over and production starts completely at 9 weeks pregnancy. You don't need any more supplements of estrogen and progesterone after 9 weeks.
At 11 weeks you can safely stop all progesterone and estrogen supplements you have.
Let me know if you need any more clarification.
Regards
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