What good is hormone testing post-pregnancy?

Answer by  olive8 (911)

It can help to make sure that you are not depressed and are recovering properly from the pregnancy. Pregnancy is a life changing experience and so such testing can ensure that you are physically and emotionally recovering from it properly. If you aren't then such testing can highlight any problems that need to be addressed.

Answer by  WelcomingNewLife (144)

After pregnancy, your hormones can be all over the board, so to speak. Hormone testing after pregnancy can be extremely beneficial in determining the possible causes behind fluctuating moods, monthly menstrual cycles, sex drive, etc.

Answer by  maggiec1179aolcom (754)

post pregnancy it takes a while to get back to normal hormonally, as such testing can be done so that your doctor can help regulate your hormones as necessary.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

Hormone testing after pregnancy is necessary to determine if your body is back to normal and has recovered from being pregnant and going through labor. It is also done to ensure you have not developed a thyroid problem.