But it looks like 12 weeks is more common. Thanks everyone! I have a 3 month old baby girl now :). I was on until around 9 weeks, then went to every other day and stopped at 10 weeks. Aug 2013 - Hubsvaricocele procedure, both sides, Dec 2013 IVF #1: 24 retrieved, 20 fertilized, 7 made it to D5;OHSS, Betas: 2.6.14 - 689; 2.8.14 - 2400; 2.15.14 - 37,7000. A blood test on someone who's taking vaginal progesterone would be their actual progesterone level because that doesn't enter the blood. I was on the injections for what seemed like forever, then they switched me to the suppositories only at 8 weeks and I'm supposed to stop at 10 weeks with those. I get to stop the supps and the patches tomorrow! 9 isnt far off 10 weeks so you should be fine x. I think in my first round I stopped at 7-9 weeks. the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. I think that would make me feel better about it! Most of the later recommendations are for stopping at 14 weeks. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. I had another scan at 9w4d and same thing with heartbeat 170. DH: 35 - SA is good If your period starts while you are still taking pro- gesterone/MPA, always take it for the full 14 days. I'm 21w/3d today and things are going fantastic! I was on sequi for two years until I was about 52. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. I was told to stop at 10 weeks but I took it for a couple days after because I was terrified! TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IFOct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIsFeb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! I have to ask the OB next week. : )If you don't feel right about stopping at 10 weeks, talk to your doctor about extending it to 12 weeks, just to be sure. She has reassured me that I do not need it anymore and that taking it orally, as I was, it really wasn't doing much to begin with. Scary, though! I was super nervous stopping pio w/ my DD (she was an FET) so my RE wrote up a "taper" schedule for me starting at 10w and I basically weened off over the course of a week or two. You can still subscribe to our Free Newsletter. I have been doing the PIO injections and glad to be done with them, but I do not want to do anything that could harm the baby! This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. I've never heard of a RE stopping progesterone that earlier. Although I have done my research and know that the placenta "should" take over progesterone production at this point, I am a bit terrified that my placenta will not do what it is supposed to do. Could it just be me stopping progesterone? Learn more about. . Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. Should add I never had bleeding, I was on it because my level was 12.5. . But I had enough left (endometrin 3 times a day) that I weaned myself to two a day and then to one a day and then off. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. When I reached 9 weeks. But it looks like 12 weeks is more common. The dr. that prescribed the suppositories said that with my scan pics and the corpus luteum that I had on my ovary that I could stop the suppositories at 10 weeks. Don't take over-the-counter progesterone suppositories or use over-the-counter progesterone creams. You should follow your doctor's instructions and trust that they know what they're doing. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Unfortunately, in most early pregnancies, progesterone levels will be between these two values. For what it's worth, the progesterone (if it is doing something for you) is only beneficial before the placenta forms, as it is doing the job of the placenta in maintaining the pregnancy. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. The pio needles are so large and uncomfortable and leave me in pain most of the time. I've just received another very similar tale of stopping it abruptly, see here. Last pregnancy all was good at 10 weeks so I am hoping for the same. Just looking for a bit of reassurance from mommas who have been on and quit progesterone supplements uneventfully in the past. Hope this helps. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. d&e 3/24/11, Dx with Balanced Robertsonian Translocation (13;14) moving on to IVF w/ PGD, IVF #1 (May 2012) 13R, 10F, 5 blasts, ONE NORMAL frozen no transfer, IVF #2 (July 2012) 17R, 8F, 5 blasts, ONE NORMAL 6dt on 7/12/2012- c/p. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. today and have been taking 200mg twice a day since 5 weeks. I am 12 weeks +3 and have previously had 2 MMC both heartbeats stopping between 6-8 weeks! Stopped progesterone yesterday and experience brown discharge when I wiped at the toilet. That's when I started the progesterone. Me: 33 - PCOS & Hypothyroidism This discussion is archived and locked for posting. I'm about 5 weeks 3 days today and taking endometrin suppositories as well as PIO. I think the more recent studies show that the shift happens between 7-9 weeks. I stopped progesterone (endo) at 9 weeks. I'm sure you'll be fine! 2/10/14 Transferred 2 AA day 5 blasts , 5 Frozen - Estrace & Endometrim (which IMO is worse than PIO!!). (Well, a *good* doctor will!) I had no problems at all. Will my body produce the same amount of progesterone? A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. Drinking raspberry leaf tea. Unfortunately with HRT the hormone changes in the menstrual cycle are not replicated. I guess P production is taken over by the Placenta between 10-11 weeks. Thank you so much! I always did the suppositories and just stopped when I was told to stop. But it is good to hear that others stopped at 9 weeks and were perfectly fine! I have been discharged from fertility clinic but before then my FS said to stop the progesterone once second scan was fine. Thanks for that, I'll see my GP. No pregnancies yet. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. It is so scary to stop! Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. They did not check my levels before stopping either. I'm sure you're fine, but definitely call your doc. What happens to your body when you stop taking progesterone? I don't want to take any chances and would not consider stopping as early as 9 weeks. Last night I was feeling dizzy than had light spotting when I wiped. All three with Femara CD 3-7 and Ovidrel trigger. Because of the estimated timing and the desire to be conservative, most IVF clinics in the US recommend progesterone supplementation for 8-10 weeks after egg retrieval/FET. The evidence that progesterone helps is really mixed, I miscarried whilst taking progesterone and im now carrying whilst taking it until 12 weeks so I wouldnt worry too much about it xxxx. Said if you experience a lot of spotting, miscarriage, lots of cramping, etc. However, the effect of early stop of progesterone supplementation for patients with poor ovarian response (POR) has not been investigated. Joe Biden Just Won't Stop Lying. In hormonal birth control, progestin side effects can include withdrawal bleeding and increased cramping. I just had a 8 week US/blood and everything went great. Has anyone else stopped progesterone suppositories at 9 weeks? +HPT 1/13/14 First +ever!!! It was of course and my 20 month old is perfect. My doctor had me stop the progesterone at 8 weeks which I worried was too soon. It stopped but I still went to the doctor this morning and everything was fine. With 5 miscarriages, I had my fears, too! Stopping progesterone generally induces menstrual-like bleeding within three to five days. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. (Oral progesterone does too, I believe.) The risk of endometrial cancer is real. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Although 9 weeks seems a bit early to me. 6. I am thrilled to stop, I hate the damn pills. Congrats. We work hard to share our most timely and active conversations with you. Thank you. I stopped progesterone at 13 weeks (currently 13 weeks and 3 days) cold turkey, per my doctor's orders, and yesterday and today I have had brownish spotting. Stopping progesterone 10 weeks. If your cycles are regular but shorter (for example, if your period starts every 2126 days), then start cyclic progesterone /MPA on cycle day 12. Stopping progesterone generally induces menstrual-like bleeding within three to five days. Good luck at you appt! I'll call the Dr at 9 when they open but just wondering if anyone else experienced this. Congrats on this milestone! You're fears are *not* irrational. Stopping progesterone generally induces menstrual-like bleeding within three to five days. Try not to worry. I keep seeing on all the packaging that it is only recommended for 10, so I wonder if most try to stop you before? It is said you should not be on a conti HRT until you are about 54. Today, my son is 10 months old, and is a happy healthy baby. I agree with Taz about the pitfalls of self medicating. When taking progestin for menopausal symptoms, side effects may include mood changes, bloating, headaches, and breast tenderness. I also stopped at 10 weeks. Jump in the fray! This is my last week I can't wait to stop! REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque. What happens when you start taking progesterone? Press ESC to cancel. I didn't end up spotting but I was thankful for the heads up! Actually, she doesn't even bother with checking the level.) Good luck. My RE told me I could stop at 8 weeks when I graduated to my OB. If it's too low I will continue and be tested again. IUI #1 11/5/13-BFN. Periods should start within a few days of stopping the Duphaston. I dont recall any side effects from stopping it either. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. All rights reserved. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. I'm 8 weeks yesterday. Progesterone production is the domain of the ovary until the placenta takes over progesterone production at around 8-10 weeks gestational age. :) A ARoseMom Oct 10, 2015 at 6:41 AM @kristinlevinmay2016, My doc doesn't even typically check levels. stopping progesterone at 9 weeks a amf234 Last edited 2/21/14 Has anyone else stopped progesterone suppositories at 9 weeks? Just drink lots of water and try to relax. Beta #1 195 Beta #2 1/15-533. Good luck! I stopped at 12w4d and was nervous about it but I'm 13w6d today and all seems to be ok. (I called and whined at the IVF coordinator..) You'll be fine :-) My RE stopped my estrogen cold turkey at 9wks, then the progesterone cold turkey at 10wks (crinone). These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. I am on progesterone since week 5 as to begin with it was low. It makes me feel much better - I am terrible on estrogen only - anxious and panicky! I've been pretty good at not worrying over every little thing. I am getting really nervous, because no . Subject: Nervous to stop progesterone suppositories at ten weeks . I was using progesterone suppositories at the beginning of this pregnancy. I was worried, too, but I realized that these REs do this everyday, so I need to just trust what they tell me to do. That helps. Posted 1/3/17. I had an u/s at 10 weeks and we still saw a yolk sac and the tech said it was still too early to check out the placenta so that makes me even more nervous. Vaginal progesterone gel or suppositories. Started seeing RE 11/12, April '13 IVF 1 MDLF converted to 4th IUI due to 3 runaway follicles! However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. I'm at 9 1/2 weeks and I'm supposed to stop but I'm scared to quit cold turkey. Stopped at 10 weeks with the twins. TTC since June 2009 (we knew we would have issues and wanted family right away after we got married). IUI #3-12/30/14. What happens when you come off progesterone? Beta 2/24/14 Beta #1: 2229, Beta #2: 3577 BFP!! hello, I stopped progesterone 4 days ago and i'm having brown spotting today and I'm really worried about it. I'm supposed to stop progesterone and estrace cold turkey this Sunday (I will be 10 weeks), and I am SO nervous! If this early flow persists, or you are in perimenopause, then you either need daily progesterone/MPA for three months or to increase the dose of cyclic progesterone therapy to 400 mg. Have faith everything will be ok. Good luck to you. Worried about stopping Progesterone at 10 weeks a atlast2013 Mar 3, 2013 at 9:06 AM I will be 10 weeks pregnant (via IVF cycle #2) on 3/5/13. They actually extended mine a wk because I've had some bleeding, so I hope it's ok to stop it in a week! Did you doctor wean you from your dosage or check your levels afterwards? yes--but I never used the suppositories, only the injections. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). AMH dropped from 4 to 1.5 in 4 months.. had it retested and came back at 1.4. from the U.S., With your history of two miscarriages, I will usually be very conservative and continue the progesterone until 12 weeks gestational age. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Didnt have my first OB appt. The placenta looks good and my uterus looks good and I have no other complications. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. I appreciate all the help. If you experience any bleeding or painful cramping after stopping the prog, call them and they may re-test your levels and put you back on. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. Trust your doctor's advice they want this for you almost as much as you do. Continue to take progesterone as directed even if you feel well. Stopping Progesterone at 12 weeks with subchorionic hematoma ws29 2 years ago 6 Replies Hi everyone, I am currently 11+1 weeks pregnant and I was told by my clinic to stop my progesterone medications (2xCyclogest + 1 Lubion daily) at week 12. I stopped at 9 weeks, per my RE. He said to stop them then. For all progestins, except for progesterone capsules for postmenopausal women: If you miss a dose of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy. Has ANYONE took it, stopped, and then experienced any type of effects? I have my next appt on Sept. 8, but I still have my symptoms so I'm guessing everything is still going well. Its always possible for there to be a little variation from one woman to the next so at top IVF programs like ours at the Naperville Fertility Center, we keep. Not a Forum member? It would be terrible to experience a loss b/c of something as simple as progesterone so you should just ask!! A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. Estrogen is a female hormone that controls the normal growth of the endometrium. I am taking 200mg orally at night. 9 weeks seems SO early! You need to take progesterone for at least 10 to 13 days to sufficiently mature the uterine lining enough for a withdrawal bleed to occur when you do stop the progesterone. What to Expect has thousands of open discussions happening each day. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. Quote from: Hurdity on August 30, 2014, 11:39:18 AM. Which was amazing! I appreciate the support! I am getting really nervous to stop. When did you stop? I didn't have any bleeding over night but I'm still scared. It freaked me out because of 2 prior mc's. (Read 5420 times), Adverts on this website are not endorsed by Menopause Matters, A to Z of menopause and medical conditions. And that resulted in, St Mary's. I don't have any advice for you, just empathy. This is what my RE told me to do.. It might have been a minor shock to stop cold turkey after 400mg per day. I think I am definitely going to keep taking it until my first OB appointment on Wednesday and see what her opinion is. Your caregiver may prescribe one of three options: Progesterone injections (17P). What was your weaning process. Good luck, I'm sure you will be fine! I am more confident now then ever though because we are so close to 2nd trimester . BFP 2/14/11, missed m/c 9 weeks. I feel like I am dying a slow death everyday. IVF #4 (Feb 2014)- 49R, 28F, 13 blasts, 7 NORMALS! I've repeatedly asked my RE if it's too soon and he assures me it's fine. I want to stop but I am worried, Update 2/8/23Its been exactly one year since my cerclage. Hi there my first post here Iv spent so many hours on here reading posts and I suppose hope without ever being too involved posting it gave me support and an understanding to some of the things that happened , I suppose starting at the beginning Hi everyone. Allie 33 weeks Reply Share React Hat Jan 7, 2009 7:43 AM We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I remember being nervous about it but had no issues. But with PIO or oral progesterone, it does. If you experience any bleeding or painful cramping after stopping the prog, call them and they may re-test your levels and put you back on. Get weekly updates on baby and your body. I had my 9 week ultrasound a few days ago. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. On stopping the progesterone-only pill, there are changes to the mucus in the neck of the womb, making it easier for sperm to reach the egg. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. My IF brain is nervous of what will happen once I'm off. How long can you take pro gesterone while on your period? It will be an exciting day to take my last one. BUT ER 2/5/14 19R, 16M, 11F with PICSI. But interestingly I had my 7 week scan today and they've said to stop taking them now. If all is good, I can stop. While I have about a week left and will be so nervous..I can't wait to stop the endometrium - yuck!!! Then I went in for a follow up appt for a referral to a new dr. (My ob that prescribed the progesterone doesn't deliver babies anymore.)