Can bio-identical progesterone cream be used before or during pregnancy?
Natural progesterone, being bio-identical to the body, has been used in fertility clinics since the 1940’s. Research shows that it helps sustain pregnancy in women with a history of premature birth. Always consult your licensed health care professional before using natural progesterone during pregnancy. Q: Will my medical doctor recommend bio-identical progesterone cream? Medical doctors have focused more on estrogen than progesterone. However, physicians are beginning to understand progesterone’s role, especially during perimenopause. Unfortunately, many allopathic doctors continue to prescribe synthetic hormone replacement therapy and “the pill” despite their well-known risks and side effects. Share this information with your doctor and request a natural approach to this natural life transition. Q: Does bio-identical progesterone cream offer any health benefits? In his bestselling book, “What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause,” Dr. John R. Lee, MD notes the benefits of sup
