After pregnancy, women's body hormones will undergo certain changes. When hormones change, they can also have a certain impact on the body. Changes in appetite, decreased appetite, and nausea and vomiting when smelling certain odors in pregnant women are all related to hormonal changes in their bodies. So, how much progesterone is normal in early pregnancy?
During early pregnancy, progesterone levels tend to increase continuously. Generally, during one to three weeks of pregnancy, progesterone levels will remain within the range of 4.7 to 50.7. After the fourth week of pregnancy, the progesterone level will rise again to the range of 19.4-95.3, and this level will remain at around 12 weeks of pregnancy. In the middle and late stages of pregnancy, progesterone levels can even reach a state of 1500.
If the progesterone level in the pregnant woman's body is lower than the normal level at this stage, it is likely to cause the fetus in the abdomen to stop growing normally, and in severe cases, there may be miscarriage. Doctors will adopt corresponding treatment methods based on the progesterone level of pregnant women and timely help them improve their progesterone levels. Pregnant women should not overwork themselves and it is best to rest in bed more often.
Pregnant women should also pay attention to balanced nutrition in their diet. Eat less spicy and stimulating food, eat more fresh fruits, vegetables, and soy based foods. Strawberries, pomelos, and soybeans can provide pregnant women with an appropriate amount of vitamin E, which is also helpful in regulating their progesterone balance.
