pregnancy hormones & their functions

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Pregnancy hormones are allll over the place and most of them increase as your pregnancy goes on — this is one reason why the 3rd trimester is arguably the roughest. 🫶🏼

Amongst many other hormones; progesterone, estrogen, prolactin and oxytocin play the largest roles in your pregnancy.

Mood swing? You can thank the huge flow of progesterone and estrogen that your body isn’t used to having. Over your pregnancy both of these hormones increase every trimester so it would only make sense if your mood swings increase as well. A balanced diet, exercise and hydration can help regulate mood swings.

Pregnancy opts for a more balanced diet; you’ll want to include great sources of protein, fiber, complex carbs, antioxidants, vitamins, lean meats, and cutting down on saturated fats and sugars.

The best ways to maintain your overall health during pregnancy is to maintain that well balanced diet, take your vitamins, get daily exercise and stay extra hydrated. 🫶🏼

Your hormones will begin to regulate & within 3-6 months after giving birth, they’ll be back to your pre pregnancy hormones (unless you’re breastfeeding.)

Good luck mama! & congrats on your new arrival 💗

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