I have low progesterone and grew up in terrible stressful emotionally abusive background. I've read that high stress = high cortisol = low progesterone.
Some days I can't help but feel like my past is the reason for my future and I feel angry.
Been TTC 4 years and recently finally got a fertility test that came up with a result.
Anyone have any advice on this journey? I'm really struggling and starting to cry at work
I'm really sorry to hear about your past and present pain and struggles. The obvious thing to suggest is therapy or some sort of emotional support but you probably already tried this or well aware of the possibilities.
I also have low progesterone and often thought I may have the same problem due to cortisol. Have you had your cortisol levels tested? You can do so privately (medichecks I believe). Has the doctor offered progesterone supplements for helping you to conceive? You would take them so many days after your ovulation up to your period to prevent spotting and early bleeding. From what I read they can be quite effective. The problem with me is that progesterone supplements make me extra anxious and I need quite a lot as I don't absorb them so well- but it's worth it if it leads to a pregnancy.
Are you in the UK- if so you should be referred to a fertility clinics after 2 years of TTC. I hope you can receive medical advice soon.
My childhood was difficult with an emotional controlling father (abusive at times) and many of my anxieties originate there. My dad is mentally ill so that helps me as there is a part of me that can forgive how he was and sometimes still is. But it is difficult because I don't want him to also ruin the life I live now. I do my best to not be influenced too much by the past- sometimes I succeed and sometimes I fail. But I keep trying- it's all I can do.
Good luck with everything. Hang in therexxx
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