0
Menstruation stops during pregnancy for a couple of reasons. First, the hormones that the corpus luteum (the place on the ovary where the egg came from) secretes include progesterone which stops the follicle stimulating hormone. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is what makes your ovary grow eggs and it stops because of the progesterone. Second, when the follicle stimulating hormone is not present, a new egg will not grow. Without a new egg to grow, ovulation will not occur and progesterone will not drop so your lining will stay put until you give birth.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
RafaThere's no fun in playing it safe. Why not try something a little unhinged?
Chat with Rafa
ProfessorI will give you the most educated answer.
Chat with Professor
ReneChange my mind. I dare you.
Chat with ReneAdd your answer:
Earn +20 ptsQ: Why does menstruation stop during pregnancy?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
Trending Questions
What does a human childbirth look like?
When conceiving how long do you have to stay laying down after sex?
How did teen pregnancy start?
Does a 16 year old girl can take glutathione?
What are the biological factors affecting the motor skills development in infants?
Can going off the pill make your period late?
What is the chest size of an average 3 year old girl?
Are Himalayan Salt Lamps safe to use around children?
Should a 7 year old girl be hit with a back scratcher on the bottom?
Is lily a good name for a baby?
Got your period which is light but think your pregnant the boy didnt come inside..really bad stomach pains and feeling sick most of the day?
How do you know if your 11 year old child is Emo?
Im having protected sex and am taking birth control can i still get prenant the day i take my sugar pill?
When should teen girls wear bra?
Is it save for 4 month old baby seat on his butt?
Are you pregnant or is something wrong if your period usually is heavy and lasts 7 days but this time it was light and lasted 4 days and 2 weeks later you are spot bleeding every now and then?
What are the chances of conceiving a girl after birth control female hormones?
Is there anything you can take or do to get pregnant after the depo?
Are lantana plants poisonous to children?
Children should have to do chores before their parents allow them to do something enjoyable?
Copyright ©2025 Infospace Holdings LLC, A System1 Company. All Rights Reserved. The material on this site can not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Answers.