Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, answers your fertility questions.
I’m preparing for IVF and have heard about ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). What steps can be taken during treatment to reduce the risk of developing OHSS?
My cycles are about 28–30 days, but I tend to ovulate around day 19 or 20 and my luteal phase is ... Show More
Mar 10
The #1 Mistake People Make When a Friend Struggles With Infertility | Alison Cheperdak
It isn’t about being an expert on the medical details of infertility; it is about being a phenomenal, loving advocate for someone walking through a season of loss and lack of control. In this episode, host Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with Alison Cheperdak, founder of Elevate E ... Show More
43m 14s
Mar 3
How Long Does It Really Take to Get Pregnant?
How long does it actually take to get pregnant? In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the data behind the question she hears every single day. She explores why the rate of infertility is rising, now affecting one in five people in the US, and ... Show More
32m 41s
Mar 2
Fertility Q&A: Miscarriage, Low AMH, PCOS & More
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, answers your fertility questions. I’m 35, had a healthy pregnancy in 2022 followed by three miscarriages, and just found out I have 19% Turner mosaicism on karyotype. If I were your patient, would you recommend moving to IVF w ... Show More
18m 38s
Nov 2024
Lifestyle Tips for Managing PCOS: Insights from Dr. Dylan Cutler (Fertility Expert Series)
<p>In this episode, Dr. Dylan Cutler, a PhD specialist in obstetrics and gynecology from Victoria, BC, discusses how lifestyle modifications can aid in managing and healing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).</p> <p>Dr. Cutler emphasizes the importance of nutrition, exercise, mindf ... Show More
14m 9s
Mar 2025
The Best Fertility Treatment Options
<div><strong><br /></strong>People seem to always be full of advice about fertility, and while most of it comes from a place of wanting to be helpful, not all of it is well informed or welcome. When you are trying to conceive, the last thing you want to hear is that you need to " ... Show More
23m 28s
Aug 2024
Boost Fertility Naturally: Top Foods to Eat | Dr. Mark Hyman
Did you know that what you eat could significantly affect your ability to have children? In this episode, I’m demystifying the vital connection between fertility and nutrition, discussing how diet influences DNA, cellular health, and reproductive wellness. Tune in to discover how ... Show More
27m 33s
Jun 2025
Everything You Need to Know about Progesterone with Dr. Amy Beckley of Proov
<div>Today, we're talking about "Everything you need to know about progesterone" with the CEO and Founder of Proov test, Dr. Amy Beckley. With a PhD in pharmacology, and a history of infertility, Dr. Beckley created a test to confirm successful ovulation at home by tracking PdG. ... Show More
20m 43s
Apr 2025
Slowing Down to Receive More on Your Fertility Journey
Send a textWhen you get stuck into the mode of doing whatever you can to support your fertility, it can feel like you’re never able to slow down. Fitting in appointments, eating right, making sure you take all your supplements, exercising, tracking your cycle…it’s endless and the ... Show More
24m 23s
Jan 2025
Solo: Navigating My First IVF Appointment and Fertility Challenges
Ep. 164: This week, I’m opening up about my first IVF appointment and sharing the details of my fertility journey so far. From navigating the emotional ups and downs to the mental health tools that have helped me stay grounded, I’m bringing you along for the ride. Plus, I’m answe ... Show More
34m 47s