Can you get pregnant with low AMH, and what should that result change about your fertility plans? Whether you're trying now or hoping to have children later, understanding what your results can and cannot tell you matters.
In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Natalie Crawford answers listener questions with Emily Whitlock. Dr. Crawford explains what AMH can and cannot tell you, how egg quality changes with age, and which evaluations to discuss after recurrent miscarriage. She also answers questions about PMOS (formerly PCOS), cervical mucus during letrozole cycles, and medications and immunity testing before pregnancy, helping you prepare for a more informed conversation with your doctor.
Fertility Q&A: Low AMH, Egg Quality, and Recurrent Miscarriage
IN THIS EPISODE:
00:00 Fertility Q&A
00:19 What Causes Low AMH in Young Women?
03:00 Can AMH Levels Fluctuate or Be Temporarily Low?
04:22 Can You Get Pregnant on Letrozole Without Fertile Cervical Mucus?
06:22 When Should You Stop Spironolactone Before Trying to Conceive?
07:50 Can PCOS Increase Miscarriage Risk?
10:00 When Should You Return to a Fertility Doctor After Miscarriages?
10:54 Why Check Chickenpox and Rubella Immunity Before Pregnancy?
14:49 What Tests Should You Have After Recurrent Miscarriages?
16:31 Should You Treat Autoimmune Disease Before Pregnancy?
17:53 Egg Quality vs. Egg Quantity: What Changes With Age?
19:33 Does Fertility Drop Suddenly at 35?
AS A WOMAN WITH DR. NATALIE CRAWFORD:
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ABOUT DR. NATALIE CRAWFORD:
Natalie Crawford, MD, is a double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, co-founder of Fora Fertility, and author of The Fertility Formula. She helps women understand their hormones, fertility, and reproductive health so they can make informed decisions about their bodies.
Disclaimer: Natalie Crawford, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.