Introducing As a Woman: Fertility, Hormones, and Health (Season 3!)
Welcome to As a Woman: Fertility, Hormones, and Health. We are so excited to share season 3 of the podcast!
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Reproductive Hormones 101
Dr. Natalie Crawford, double board certified OBGYN and REI, breaks down the complex world of reproductive hormones, providing you with a comprehensive guide to understanding their menstrual cycle, hormone function, and reproductive health.
Key Topics Covered:
1. Hormone Basics
-The HPO (Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Ovary) Axis
-How hormones communicate in the body
-Roles of key hormones: GnRH, FSH, LH, Estrogen, Progesterone
2. The Menstrual Cycle Explained
-Egg development and ovulation process
-Hormone fluctuations throughout the cycle
-Normal cycle length and characteristics
3. Hormone Health Insights
-Identifying normal vs. abnormal cycles
-Impact of prolactin and thyroid hormones
-Importance of hormone testing
4. Common Misconceptions
-Estrogen dominance
-Hormone balance
-Effects of biotin on hormone testing
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TTC Q&A - Ovulation, Prenatal, Endometriosis, and More!
Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your fertility questions, covering everything from frustrating OPK struggles and irregular periods to short luteal phases, PCOS, and managing endometriosis while trying to conceive. Whether you're wondering how to track ovulation more effectively, when to try naturally after surgery, or how supplements and hormones fit into your journey this episode is for you.
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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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Male Fertility Q&A - Low Testosterone, IUI, Morphology, and more!
Dr. Natalie Crawford gives an in-depth look at male fertility, a topic often overlooked in discussions of reproductive health. She begins by explaining the spermatogenesis process, detailing how sperm develop over approximately 72 days, and how this timeline impacts fertility assessments and treatment planning. Dr. Crawford also answers listener questions, addressing important topics such as low testosterone, leukocytospermia, and how lifestyle choices—from diet and weight to substances like nicotine and marijuana—can impact male fertility.
Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to receive updates, Q&A, special content and my FREE TTC Starter Kit!
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!
Thanks to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals just for you:
Quince- Go to Quince.com/aaw for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns
Ritual-Go to ritual.com/aaw to start Ritual or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.
Calm - Go to calm.com/aaw for 40% off unlimited access to Calm’s entire library.
AquaTru - Go to aquatru.com and use code AAW for 20% off!
Green Chef - Go to greenchef.com/50aaw and use code 50AAW to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.
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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37:17
FET Q&A - Timing, Post-Transfer, Lining, and More!
Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemail questions about frozen embryo transfers. From transfer timing and uterine health to post-transfer activities and intimacy during treatment, this episode covers the essential insights every fertility patient needs to know.
Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to receive updates, Q&A, special content and my FREE TTC Starter Kit!
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!
Thanks to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals just for you:
Quince- Go to Quince.com/aaw for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns
Ritual-Go to ritual.com/aaw to start Ritual or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.
Calm - Go to calm.com/aaw for 40% off unlimited access to Calm’s entire library.
AquaTru - Go to aquatru.com and use code AAW for 20% off!
Green Chef - Go to greenchef.com/50aaw and use code 50AAW to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.
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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Dr. Natalie Crawford is a fertility physician at Fora Fertility in Austin, Texas who knows that trying to understand your body and your hormones can be exhausting and overwhelming in the world of medical misinformation and contradicting opinions. She started this podcast to educate and empower, giving people access to the knowledge she's acquired on health and fertility from the comfort of their home, or where ever they choose to listen or watch! From hormone basics to cycle syncing, IVF to perimenopause, we’re breaking down the science and giving you real, practical tools to navigate your health with confidence. You’ll hear from top experts in fertility, nutrition, hormone health, and longevity—as well as real stories from women just like you. Whether you’re trying to conceive, thinking about the future, or simply want to feel better in your body, this podcast was made for you.
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