As a Woman

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses fertility preservation, including egg vs. embryo freezing, lifestyle interventions, and what to avoid. Often people think of fertility preservation as an insurance policy, but it’s more like an investment for your future. When you know your options, you’re better prepared to plan your family goals at a time that makes sense for you.   In this week’s Fertility in the...

Dr. Natalie Crawford chats about vitamin D and its relation to fertility, including why it matters, when you should get your levels checked, and how much you should supplement. There’s a lot we don’t know about vitamin D and its effect on fertility; but, studies show us that a deficiency in vitamin D can be associated with miscarriage and recurrent miscarriage.    In this week’s Fertility in the N...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses adenomyosis including, what it is, how it differs from endometriosis, why it occurs, and what having adenomyosis means for fertility. Adenomyosis changes the normal function and structure of the uterus; but, there is little research and evidence to guide us on treatments, so your period often acts as your sounding guide.   In this week’s Fertility in the News, Natali...

Dr. Natalie Crawford chats reproductive rights with civil rights advocate and Attorney General of Texas candidate Rochelle Garza. They discuss bodily autonomy, why the Attorney General’s role is crucial for reproductive health, and why winning this race will be a game changer for protecting civil rights. All your civil rights are on the line in this election, so make sure you have a plan and go ou...

Dr. Natalie Crawford chats about genetic testing while trying to conceive, including why it’s important, when you should get carrier testing, abnormalities in your genes that can cause diseases, genetic testing of embryos, and more. Genetic testing—both in parents and embryos—is safe and ever-expanding. It also allows you more options when starting a family.   In this week’s Fertility in the News,...

Dr. Natalie Crawford chats about what you need to know before you get pregnant or try to conceive, including why you should go to your OBGYN for a pre-conception consultation, what tests you should have done, warning signs from your body, and more. You don’t know what you don’t know, so it’s important to understand your body and how it might affect your chances of getting pregnant.  In this week’s...

Dr. Natalie Crawford gathered the best fertility questions you left on her voicemail in this special Q&A episode! There are often so many fertility questions that go unanswered and Natalie is here to be a trusted source for your questions and concerns regarding fertility.    Natalie also discusses a 15-year-old study about egg freezing summarized in Fortune that indicated women have been led astra...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses semen analysis and male fertility—what it is, who should get an analysis done, and what factors doctors look for in sperm analyses. There aren't many choices for people with sperm who have fertility issues, but it’s important to educate yourself to make the choice that is right for you.  Natalie also discusses a Turkish study that indicates how blue light exposure fr...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses abortion—why it is and should be considered healthcare, the complications that fall under abortions and why that makes it controversial, and what impact your vote and voice have. 1 in every 4 women will have an abortion. Pregnancy is not health neutral and very complicated, which is why it’s important your vote this November matters.   While discussing abortion and h...

Dr. Natalie Crawford chats all about plant-based eating, including the benefits and how it relates to fertility. There’s no debate that eating plant-based is healthier than processed alternatives, and in this episode, Natalie helps answer common questions about eating plant-based and how to make it a lifestyle—including some easy recipe ideas!   Natalie also discusses the release of the new Apple...

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains the endometrium—what it is, what it is hormonally responsive to, things that change it, and possible abnormalities. She dives into all things related to the endometrium, including, what can cause a thin endometrium lining, uterine septum, endometrial polyps, and more.   She also discusses an NBC essay about how Texas’ abortion trigger ban has stopped a woman from purs...

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains your hormones—what they do, what it really means when your hormones are “unbalanced”, and how to get to homeostasis. Your hormones control your entire body and are influenced entirely by the world around you, so it’s important to understand how they work and how to get to homeostasis. She also discusses a recent article from The Cut that examines discrepancies in heal...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses Chrissy Teigen and her vulnerability in sharing her fertility journey. Later, she explains the birth control pill and post-birth control syndrome—what it is and why people say it exists. There is a lot of misinformation about the birth control pill, and you should be able to make an informed decision about if it’s the right contraceptive for you.    Finally, Natalie...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the recent CNN article about how a single Chinese woman lost a court case against a hospital that refused to freeze her eggs. Later, she explains low ovarian reserve—what it is, how to test for it, the causes, and how to approach your fertility moving forward. Reproductive autonomy is important, and if you have a low ovarian reserve, Dr. Natalie Crawford encourages y...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses Olympian Lolo Jones sharing her vulnerable IVF story. Later she explains recurrent pregnancy losses—what it means, what tests should be done, and recommendations for treatment. Approximately 15–25% of pregnancies end in a miscarriage, but recurrent pregnancies account for less than 5%. Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fe...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the recent Bloomberg article about how LGBTQ+ hospital workers in Illinois are being denied fertility treatments. Later, she discusses the causes of irregular periods and the importance of not presuming that your cycle is normal.  Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Can birth control extend your fertile ye...

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the recent POPSUGAR article about how “viably fertile” patients are being denied essential autoimmune medication because of the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Later, Natalie debunks the fertility myths you submitted on Instagram! Some of your submitted myths: keep your legs in the air after sex to increase your chances of getting pregnant; pineapple, the secret fertilit...

This week, Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and reflects on the Newsweek article that discusses the European study about harmful chemicals in plastic food packaging and their effect on fertility. Later, Natalie teaches listeners how to prepare for IVF.   Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Can you still...

This week, Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and discusses the recent New York Times article about why deleting your period tracker won’t protect you and how other digital data can have implications. Later, Natalie discusses emergency contraceptives, including your options and how emergency contraceptives differ from abortions.  Finally, Natalie answers your social...

This week, Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and discusses the Netflix documentary Our Father and the disturbing issue of fertility fraud. Later, Natalie teaches listeners about ovarian cysts—what they are, when they are normal, and when they are problematic. Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Is it comm...

Our fertility in the news segment could not be timelier than it is now, as the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. What does it mean to be living in a post-Roe era? This week Dr. Natalie Crawford explains what this could mean if you’re pregnant, trying to be pregnant, are experiencing a miscarriage, experiencing pregnancy complications, wanting to undergo ART, and more. She highlights concer...

This week Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and discusses Oklahoma’s pro-life legislature and what it means for reproduction care including assisted reproductive technologies. Later, Natalie discusses the controversial topic of consuming soy and its effect—or lack thereof—when it comes to fertility. Finally, Natalie answers your social media question during her segm...

This week Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and discusses the James MacDougall family court case in the UK and the risks of fragile-X syndrome. Later, Natalie discusses the different causes of bleeding in early pregnancy and why it’s important to establish early prenatal care. Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment, FFS – For Fertili...

This week Dr. Natalie Crawford dives into her segment Fertility in the News and talks about the myths and inaccuracies about Kourtney Kardashian’s IVF journey. Natalie discusses what it really means when Kourtney Kardashian said her fertility medication put her into menopause and why drinking semen does not help with thyroid levels.    Later, Natalie helps you understand the luteal phase and discu...

Welcome to Season 2 of As a Woman: Fertility, Hormones, and Beyond. While the podcast you know and love has been around since 2019, this week Natalie takes the time to re-introduce herself and the mission behind this podcast as we head into a new season. She then dives into her first new segment, Fertility in the News, where this week she examines Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy’s interview with Po...