A natural method for lengthening the luteal phase

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The luteal phase is a stage in the menstrual cycle. It occurs after ovulation (the release of an egg by your ovaries) but before your period begins. During this stage, progesterone produced by the corpus luteum (the empty follicle left in the ovary after an egg has been discharged) aids in the thickening of the uterine lining in preparation for the arrival of a fertilized egg..

The luteal phase is a critical stage in the menstrual cycle. Fertilization and implantation take place during this stage. It is critical that the hormones are balanced in order to have a substantial luteal phase to support an implanting pregnancy.

If your luteal phase is too short (less than 9 days), it may complicate your attempts to conceive. The good news is that there are numerous things you can do to help boost your luteal phase.

The luteal phase is the period that occurs between the day you ovulate and the start of your next period. If your egg is fertilized successfully, it will go through numerous stages before implanting in the uterine wall. The fertilized egg takes about a week from the day of fertilization to travel down the fallopian tube and into the uterus for implantation.

After it implants, progesterone levels should continue to rise, and the fertilized egg will develop into an embryo. As a result, your luteal phase must be at least 9 days lengthy on average in order for you to successfully sustain a pregnancy.

The most important step is to precisely measure the length of your luteal phase, but first let’s look at natural ways to lengthen your luteal phase.


Can you get pregnant with an 8 day luteal phase?

A brief luteal phase is one that lasts no more than 8 days. Progesterone is required for implantation and a healthy pregnancy. As a result, a brief luteal phase may contribute to infertility.


Do you have discharge in luteal phase?

The luteal phase refers to this stage of your menstrual cycle. It is the time of year when the hormone progesterone reaches its peak in your body. When estrogen is the dominating hormone, the discharge is transparent, stretchy, or watery. Progesterone, on the other hand, causes hazy or white mucus.

 

How to increase your luteal phase naturally :

Diet

I suggest you get enough vitamin C in your diet – studies show that vitamin C boosts hormone levels and promotes fertility in some women with luteal phase impairment. Vitamin C-rich foods include papaya, bell peppers, broccoli, sprouts, strawberries, and oranges. Essential fatty acids: these are necessary for hormone production to be balanced.

Many women have low omega-3 levels. Walnuts, salmon, sardines, and scallops are some foods high in essential fatty acids. Green leafy veggies – Green vegetables are high in vitamin B complex, which is required for hormonal balance.


Herbs

Vitex has been shown in studies to effectively lengthen the luteal phase. It also aids the body’s own production of luteinizing hormone (which promotes ovulation) and progesterone levels during the luteal phase of the cycle. In one study, vitex helped normalize progesterone levels and increased the luteal phase from 5.4 days to 11.4 days. In addition, two double-blind studies show vitex extract increases a woman’s fertility and chances of successful conception.


Antioxidants

According to research, women who have a luteal phase deficiency have significantly lower levels of antioxidants than healthy women. Approximately 40% of sperm damage is considered to be caused by oxidizing free radicals. Consume antioxidant-rich foods like blackberries, blueberries, garlic, kale, strawberries, sprouts, plums, broccoli, and red peppers on a daily basis for both of you.

 

Medical Treatment

There are medical treatments available to help with luteal phase defect and, if you are considering this option, take the opportunity to discuss the possible treatments with your doctor.

Chinonso Anyaehie
WRITTEN BY

Chinonso Anyaehie

Natural Fertility Expert & Educator