Re: Progesterone Supplements

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I asked my Ob (he is a perenatologist who I trust completely) about the printed birth defects. He said by law they have to mention any problems in the lab animals tested but the instances of problems were minimal and there is no telling if the problems were caused by the crinone or were natural defects so he eased my mind about that. I continued taking the crinone until 10 weeks - the doctor did not do another blood test and when I asked why, was told that even if the levels rise to a safe number, my body would probably not produce the progesterone naturally and that at 10 weeks, the placenta begins producing its own progersterone which is why they can take you off the crinone at 10 or 11 weeks. Although I was nervous about taking the gel, I am glad I continued. I am now 17 weeks along and feel that the crinone probably helped save this pregnancy. By the way, I believe a level 7 is VERY low and progesterone supplements are probably very important to help maintain your pregnancy. I wish you luck! Keep me posted. Amanda

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