When your cycles are regular, your ultrasound looks normal, or you have been pregnant before, how do you know when it is time to look deeper?

Hormonal birth control is surrounded by misinformation, making it difficult to separate fact from fear. In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford and board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Fran Haydanek break down the most common birth control myths, examine what the evidence actually shows, and discuss how women can make informed decisions about their reproductive health with confidence.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down some of the most common fertility myths that cause confusion, guilt, and delays in getting help. She explains what really matters for your reproductive health in clear, practical language, without scare tactics or blame, so you can feel more informed and in control of your next steps.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford and maternal fetal medicine specialist Dr. Amanda Horton talk about how pregnancy works like a full body “stress test.” They explain how issues like high blood pressure in pregnancy, blood sugar changes, growth concerns, and birth complications are not just one time events, but clues about a woman’s long term health. Listeners learn what patterns to notice, when to follow up after birth, and how to use pregnancy history as a roadmap for future care, without fear or blame.

A deep-dive conversation about sperm health, how it’s made, and what it can reveal about overall wellness. Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down complex fertility concepts into everyday language, explores how lifestyle and hormones affect sperm, and explains when tests and treatments like IUI and IVF actually make sense.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford talks with pediatrician and author Dr. Ari Brown about what really happens after you bring a newborn home. They walk through feeding, sleep, reflux, and when to call the pediatrician in a way that calms new parents instead of overwhelming them. This conversation is designed to help parents understand what’s normal, what’s worth a call, and how to lower expectations without feeling like they’re failing.

In this listener Q&A, Dr. Natalie Crawford and Emily Whitlock answer real-world fertility questions about secondary infertility, endometriosis, PMOS (formerly PCOS), ovarian reserve, and treatment options including IUI, IVF, inositol, and GLP-1 medications. They also discuss prenatal nutrition, weight management, and how fertility conditions can evolve over time. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Crawford breaks down the science behind common concerns, helping listeners better understand their cycles, test results, and treatment decisions without fear, shame, or misinformation.

In this episode of As a Woman, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down how your sleep habits quietly shape your hormones, ovulation, and fertility. She explains why "pushing through" late nights can confuse your brain, stress your body, and work against your reproductive goals, and how simple, practical sleep adjustments can support egg quality, menstrual cycles, and overall hormonal balance.

In this episode of As a Woman, Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with breast surgeon Dr. Sangeetha Kaluri to talk about the rise in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and what that really means for you. They unpack how risk is actually calculated, why family history and medical records matter, how screening changes if you’re high risk, and how all of this intersects with fertility, pregnancy, and birth control. This is a practical, empowering conversation about knowing your body, understanding your options, and advocating for yourself - without fear-based medicine.

In this Fertility Q&A episode of As a Woman, Dr. Natalie Crawford and Emily Whitlock answer listener questions about fertility testing, treatment decisions, exercise while trying to conceive, period changes, and missing ovulation. They break down complex concepts in simple language and focus on helping listeners understand their bodies, ask better questions, and make informed choices with their own doctors, without giving strict rules or one‑size‑fits‑all advice.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down what a “failed” IVF cycle actually means and why it’s not a personal failure. She walks through each step of the IVF and embryo transfer process in simple terms, explains where things can stall, and how that information can help shape smarter next steps. The focus is on understanding your body, lowering self-blame, and using each cycle as data, not a verdict.

In this episode of As a Woman, Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with career coach and former Google marketing lead Brooke Taylor to explore why so many high-achieving women can “have it all on paper” yet still feel empty inside. They unpack Brooke’s concept of the “success wound,” the pain of tying your self-worth to what you achieve, and connect it to burnout, perfectionism, and the emotional roller coaster of family-building and infertility. You’ll hear practical, compassionate tools for regulating your nervous system, setting healthier boundaries, and redefining success so you can pursue big goals without losing yourself in the process.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the most common mistakes she sees people make on their fertility journey. Instead of waiting, guessing, or hoping things “just work out,” she explains how to approach your reproductive health in a more proactive, empowered way - without fear, shame, or information overload.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with psychiatrist and author Dr. Pooja Lakshmin to unpack what burnout really is, why it hits women so hard, and how “real self‑care” is very different from bubble baths and perfect morning routines. They explore how systemic pressures, motherhood, and infertility all collide—and how to protect your mental health, set boundaries, and stay “intact” through one of the most emotionally draining journeys a person can face.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down her five “non‑negotiables” for supporting fertility and hormone health. Instead of quick fixes or obsessing over age alone, she explains how everyday habits around sleep, movement, stress, food, and your environment shape what’s happening between your brain, ovaries, and eggs. You’ll walk away with a big-picture understanding of what really matters for your reproductive health - without needing a medical degree to follow along.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford explains why the current approach to fertility, where you must “fail” before anyone will evaluate you, needs to change. She introduces The Fertility Formula, a practical guide to understanding your body, spotting early warning signs, and making confident choices about your reproductive health without fear or confusion.

In this Q&A episode of the As a Woman podcast, Dr. Natalie Crawford and Emily Whitlock walk through key concepts from Dr. Crawford’s new book, The Fertility Formula. They discuss how inflammation impacts fertility, why tracking your cycle is essential, practical fertility awareness methods, what rising infertility rates really mean, testing like AMH/AFC and HSG vs saline sonogram, the role of stress, acupuncture, toxins in daily life (especially the kitchen), safe exercise during fertility treatments and pregnancy, and how to advocate for yourself with your doctor.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with thyroid expert Michael McPherson to unpack how the thyroid quietly shapes energy, mood, fertility, and long-term health. They explore why so many women are told their labs are “normal” even when they feel awful, what it really means to “optimize” thyroid function, and how to better advocate for yourself in a system that often overlooks subtle but life‑changing issues. This is a big‑picture, practical conversation about thyroid health, autoimmunity, and fertility—explained in plain English and focused on empowerment, not fear.

In this episode, we explore how meditation, rest, and genuine presence can transform the way we relate to stress, success, and our own bodies. Natalie and guest Elena Brower unpack why so many of us feel uncomfortable with stillness, how our upbringing shaped our views on productivity, and simple ways to start reconnecting with ourselves—no special equipment, perfect schedule, or “expert” skills required.

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down how what you eat can quietly support or sabotage your hormones, gut, and fertility. Instead of rigid rules or one “perfect” diet, she explains how to build a realistic, flexible way of eating that lowers inflammation, supports egg and sperm quality, and helps your body work the way it’s designed to—all in plain language you can actually use.