Progesterone in Preconception: The Hormone That Holds

In this episode of The POPPED Podcast, Dr. Emily Muery explores the quiet powerhouse of preconception: progesterone. Often overlooked and rarely explained, progesterone plays a vital role in ovulation, implantation, early pregnancy, and emotional balance.Rooted in real-life conversations from her chiropractic practice, this episode dives into how progesterone works, what disrupts it, and how to support it naturally—with simple, nourishing steps you can begin today.You’ll learn:Why progesterone is essential for conception—and what your luteal phase can revealWhat spotting, short cycles, or anxiety after ovulation may be trying to tell youHow stress, blood sugar, and thyroid health all play into hormone balanceThe underrated role of gut health, chiropractic care, and nervous system regulationCycle tracking, seed cycling, and holistic tools for building a hormone-happy bodyWhether you’re actively trying to conceive or just curious about supporting your cycle, this conversation is here to offer clarity, compassion, and body literacy.This episode is sponsored by The Final PunctuationVisit thefinalpunctuation.com