How Do You Use Natural Progesterone Cream During Perimenopause?
As women age and reach the perimenopausal stage of life, there is a noticeable decline in hormone production. This results in a hormonal imbalance, which creates estrogen dominance and leads to a host of unpleasant symptoms, such as hot flashes and menstrual irregularities. As these symptoms may be disruptive or unpleasant, many women seeking to avoid the side effects of traditional hormone replacement turn instead to the use of natural progesterone cream. When used properly, natural progesterone cream may alleviate many perimenopausal symptoms and help regulate the menstrual cycle. The following is a basic guideline for using most natural progesterone creams during perimenopause. Take the calendar and mark down the first day of your menstrual bleeding. This will be considered Day 1. Clean the application site with soap and water, making sure it is free of other lotions or oils that might inhibit the absorption of the natural progesterone cream. Apply, on the morning of Day 12, ¼ or ½