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**As a Woman**

The Fertility, Hormones, and Health Podcast with Dr. Natalie Crawford
Navigating your hormones shouldn’t feel like guesswork. Hosted by double board-certified fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford, this podcast cuts through the noise to bring you science-backed insights on fertility, hormone health, and reproductive wellness without the overwhelm.
Whether you’re trying to conceive, managing a diagnosis like PCOS or endometriosis, or simply want to understand your cycle and feel better in your body, you’re in the right place. From IVF to perimenopause, egg quality to inflammation, each episode delivers real education and actionable tools plus expert interviews and powerful patient stories.
This is your trusted resource for the truth about your body and your roadmap to feeling empowered in your health as a woman.

Any and all guest statements and opinions are a reflection of their own experience and do not reflect the views or opinions of Natalie Crawford MD, As a Woman Podcast, or Pinnacle Podcast Network.

Latest Episodes:

Fertility Q&A- Uterus and Fallopian Tubes Dec 17, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemail questions specifically about the uterus and fallopian tubes.

Questions answered:

Given my history with D&C, Uterine septum and abnormal semen analysis, should I do IUI or IVF?
I have a unicornuate uterus and PCOS. I just had a failed IUI. I want to go straight to IVF but worry about ovulating on one side.
My friend was told her Fallopian tubes have alternating blockage. Her doctor recommends a procedure to fix this and I was wondering what your thoughts were on this procedure.
What causes calcification in the uterus?
I just had surgery to remove stage 1 endometriosis and my husband and I are TTC. What supplements do you recommend?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!

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If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.

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Fertility Q&A- Ovulation Dec 10, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemail questions all about ovulation.

Questions Answered:

How do you determine when to trigger someone who is taking ovulation induction medication?
Is it unsafe to have intercourse during the TWW/implantation?
If you suspect you have a short luteal phase, is it worthwhile to try to conceive naturally knowing the risk of miscarriage?
Can PCOS go away?
What is the reason for late ovulation? Is there a way to correct this?

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Fertility Q&A- Ovarian Reserve Dec 03, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers voicemails called in specifically about ovarian reserve and AMH.

Questions answered:

Does having a light (2-3 days) period mean you have low ovarian reserve? Also, is there a safe way to do HRT with factor five leiden during menopause?
I got my AMH tested the week after I got my Mirena IUD out. Could that have impacted my AMH level?
What does an elevated AMH with no other symptoms of PCOS mean?
I am 31 diagnoses with premature ovarian failure and early menopause. Would you recommend going straight to egg donor?

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Navigating Infertility During the Holidays Nov 26, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses how to navigate infertility during the holidays. She also gives advice on how to give support to a friend or family member going through infertility or fertility treatments. You deserve support. Don't be afraid to set boundaries, and communicate why they exist. Make a plan and be prepared if you are spending the holidays with family and know they are going to have questions. Give yourself the gift of education. Control what you can.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

What happens if a pregnancy occurs within a blocked tube?

Is 40 a super risky age to have a baby?

How to best support a friend who is going through IVF?

I have a calcification after my D&C. Can I gain fertility back after it is removed?

Is it normal to experience pain during and after ovulation?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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Ovulation and Cycle Tracking Nov 19, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses ovulation and the cycle tracking methods including the calendar method, cervical mucus monitoring, basal body temperature, and ovulation predictor kits. She gives tips as well as data to help understand each fertility awareness method and how to use them when trying to get pregnant. Understanding these methods and what works best for you is important when it comes to optimizing your chances of getting pregnant.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

What can cause an elevated AMH besides PCOS?

Should you be prescribed progesterone after an IUI?

Does Letrozole help you ovulate? I have PCOS.

Do OPKS work as well if you have PCOS?

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Genetic Testing and IVF Nov 12, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains all of the genetic testing options including pre-conception, pre-implantation, and post-conception testing. She answers the question, "Should you do genetic testing?" and goes through success rates for IVF when it comes to genetic testing. She truly believes that having this data can help you make the best decisions when it comes to growing your family.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

I had 24 follicles measured at my monitoring appointment but only 18 were retrieved. Were these follicles empty? What causes that?

How can I get involved in research studies for infertility or pregnancy loss?

Is it normal to have an anovulatory cycle after miscarriage?

I have scar tissue, so only one of my ovaries would be reachable with an egg retrieval. Is IVF still possible or worth it?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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Preparing For Embryo Transfer Nov 05, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses what you should know before your embryo transfer. She explains the differences between fresh and frozen transfers including pros and cons and reasons for a fresh transfer. She then talks about what should be done before your transfer including testing and lifestyle changes. Having conversations with your doctor about what to expect as well as next steps after the transfer is extremely important.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

How much does diet play a role during an FET cycle?

When is it safe to do another transfer for a second baby?

I had a miscarriage after a genetically normal embryo transfer. What tests should I do?

How do I remain positive after a failed transfer?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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Fertility Q&A- Uterine Septum, Short Cycles, Polyps, and more! Oct 29, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Crawford answers the voicemails you called in.

Questions answered:

Is there an important difference between a septate and sub-septate uterus?

What could be the reason for short cycles?

I have been diagnosed with PCOS but only have one high androgen level. What does that mean?

Can a polyp come back once it is removed?

Is it normal for your follicle count and uterine lining to fluctuate between different IUI cycles?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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ERA-Endometrial Receptivity Analysis Test Oct 22, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the fertility treatment add on called the ERA test or Endometrial Receptivity Analysis test. This test is used to look at the gene profile of the endometrium to see if it fits their definition of "perfect" implantation window timing. In this episode, Dr. Crawford reviews different studies of the ERA test and whether or not this test improves treatment outcomes.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

I had to stop my stimulation on day number 7 because of hyper stimulation. What should I do?

I have my retrieval coming up and previously had two failed transfers. What are your suggestions to prepare for the cycle?

Can having a D&C impact your chances of getting pregnant after? I’m not getting pregnant quickly like I did before.

How often should we get our fertility testing done? Should we get yearly AMH and semen analysis done?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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Preparing For Hysteroscopy Oct 15, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains what you need to know about the hysteroscopy procedure including why it is used, how to prepare, and questions you should ask your doctor. A hysteroscopy is a procedure used to examine the inside of the uterus. It can be used for things like uterine polyps, fibroids, and uterine anomalies such as a uterine septum.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

My doctor prescribed Femara for recurrent pregnancy loss. What is this helping if I have a good AMH and antral follicle count?

Can you get pregnant after a Fallopian tube removal after an ectopic pregnancy?

What is it about having PCOS or high AMH that makes it hard to conceive?

We have moved Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up!

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