Navigating Pregnancy and Fertility with Hypothyroidism

Navigating Pregnancy and Fertility with Hypothyroidism

Hey future moms and moms-to-be! Got hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's and thinking about pregnancy? Here’s the scoop: Balanced thyroid hormones are key to getting pregnant. At Modern Thyroid Clinic, we like to see those TSH levels cozy around 1, T4 chillin' between 0.9 and 1.2, and T3 having a little party between 3.6 and 4.2. And don’t forget about reverse T3 – we keep it between 8 and 12.

Before you even start baby-making, we make sure your thyroid’s in tip-top shape with the right meds. Why? Because T3 is your fertility friend, and it plays a big part in keeping that baby on board.

Once you've got a bun in the oven, it’s all about keeping an eye on those thyroid hormones and progesterone – the unsung hero that helps prevent early pregnancy hiccups. We’re all about monitoring closely, especially if levels are acting up, and tweaking as needed.

Fast forward to the second trimester, and we’re out of the woods for the most part. But we’re not slacking – we check those thyroid levels every six weeks because mamas-to-be need about a 30% boost in thyroid hormones, especially later on.

Fun fact: T4 is like the baby’s brain food, and that’s the hormone we watch like a hawk. It’s the one that crosses over to the little one, so we keep it just right.

As pregnancy progresses, reverse T3 naturally goes up – it’s your body’s way of saying, “Hey, take a breather and rest up!” After the grand entrance (hello, baby!), we’re back at it, checking all your levels at six weeks postpartum. This is crucial because so much of what new moms feel emotionally can be linked to hormones – and we’ve got your back.

We also keep an eye out for any thyroid antibody shenanigans post-baby because it’s prime time for those autoimmune flares.

So that’s the gist. Keep your thyroid happy, and it’ll return the favor when you’re expecting. And remember, we’re here to help every step of the way – from pre-preggers to holding your new bundle of joy. Swing by Modern Thyroid Clinic and let’s make sure you and your baby have everything you need for a healthy start! 🤰✨

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