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Production Uterus Lining Hormones Produced Ovaries/Placenta Pregnant Functions

Front Two hormones are produced by the ovaries/placenta (when pregnant), what are they and what are their functions?
Back Oestrogen, stops production of FSH to limit ovary production to one, repairs and thickens the uterus lining and stimulates the release of LH.
Progesterone, maintains lining of the uterus during the middle of the menstrual cycle and during pregnancy.

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