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Episode 063: Ovulation Induction
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about ovulation induction. Learn the basics about which options exist including clomid, letrozole, FSH and LH injections, GnRH, metformin, and more. And remember - always know what you are treating.
What is a Normal Period?
Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD explains your period in the easiest way possible. Understand what is normal and what is not. Listen to her talk about normal cycle length, irregular cycles, luteal phase defect, heavy periods, and painful periods. Basic explanations about PCOS, endometriosis, and more. Learn about your menstrual cycle and body so you can advocate for yourself.
Episode 062: Life on Hold
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about how to handle the new normal. Coronavirus has led to plans canceling and putting your life on hold. How do you stay your best in this time and refocus on what matters most? What is your goal? 5 steps here.
When Should You Have Kids?
Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD answers one of the top questions she is asked: When should I have kids? Have you ever wondered when you should have kids? What does it mean if you are waiting? When is it too late? How do you choose between a career and family? What is ovarian reserve and egg quality? How do you plan a life that includes all of your goals? Learn facts about reproductive aging, understand if you should consider egg freezing, and think hard about your future.
FERTILITY EXPLAINED: Ovulation
Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford wants you to know all about ovulation. How do you know if you are ovulating? Do birth control pills impact fertility? How can you detect ovulation? Learn all about the different fertility awareness methods (FAM) such as the calendar method, ovulation predictor kits (OPKs), basal body temperature (BBT) and cervical mucus monitoring (CMM). Optimize each month that you try to get pregnant.
CORONAVIRUS and Getting Pregnant?
Dr. Natalie Crawford, double board certified OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility specialist, discusses the risk of COVID-19 infection in pregnancy. For those considering pregnancy or undergoing fertility treatments these are the things that you need to think about right now with the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
Episode 061: Coronavirus and Pregnancy
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about COVID-19 and pregnancy. Learn what we know now as far as risks and transmission in pregnancy. Important information for those trying to get pregnant, undergoing fertility treatments, or already pregnant.
PERIODS EXPLAINED: The Menstrual Cycle
Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford explains the menstrual cycle in the new series "Periods Explained." Understanding your body is important. Your periods are a part of your body. Fertility awareness means being aware of your fertility. It also means understanding your body and your hormones, specifically, your menstrual cycle.
The Menstrual Cycle
Understanding your body is important. Your periods are a part of your body. Fertility awareness means being aware of your fertility. It also means understanding your body and your hormones, specifically, your menstrual cycle. I‘m bringing it back to the basics talking about your menstrual cycle.
Episode 060: Girls of Today
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the girls of today. On International Women's Day, let's talk about what we need to do to elevate the girls in today's world. Together we can change the narrative.
Becoming a FERTILITY DOCTOR
Why medicine? Why fertility? This is my story of becoming a doctor, choosing this path, and what it took to get here. This is one of my most frequently asked questions! Medical school, OB/GYN residency, REI fellowship, and now. What does it take to become a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility specialist? Listen to my story of 16 years of training to get to my dream job.
INTRO: My goals as a FERTILITY DOCTOR & MOM
What is your goal? Today I’m sharing mine!!!
I’m a fertility doctor, mom, podcaster, and more - and in this episode I’m talking about my goals to empower women with education about their bodies and fertility. Learn more about me, what inspires me, and what I’m trying to accomplish in this space.
And I want to know - what is your goal?
Episode 059: Negotiation
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about negotiation. Learn that knowing what you need is power, and you deserve to ask for it. Listen as she discusses her own job transition and what she learned along the way. Also, if we are talking contracts - hire a lawyer.
Episode 058: Amenorrhea
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about amenorrhea, or absent periods. In this episode, listen to all the causes of both primary and secondary amenorrhea. Understand that your period should be predictable and regular, and if it is not, then you need to seek help. Your period is the primary reflection of your hormones and your body.
Episode 057: The Physician Writer, with Dr. Kimmery Martin
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks with Dr. Kimmery Martin, physician and best-selling author. Listen to Kimmery talk about her journey in medicine and her love of literature. Hear her story of pursuing her passions in medicine and writing. This is the story of “The Queen of Hearts” and “The Antidote for Everything.”
As a Woman
As a woman...sometimes change is slow, sometimes it never happens. Sometimes we think progress is being made at the same time we realize some things are still the same.
Episode 056: The Waiting Game
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the waiting game. Waiting happens, and it is hard. How do you not lose yourself in the process? Stop the excuses now.
Episode 055: Carry On Culture
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about carry on culture. This is the culture of women in the workplace. The idea that you have to carry-on no matter what happens. This is what holds us back, and this is where the change must start.
Episode 054: Ectopic Pregnancy
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about ectopic pregnancy. Learn what an ectopic pregnancy is, how is it diagnosed, risk factors, and treatment options. Listen to her own ectopic pregnancy story here.
Episode 053: Friendship with Dr. Renee Paro
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she discuss friendship with Dr. Renee Paro. Renee is a pediatric cardiologist who is passionate about health education and self care. Listen to her talk about her path in medicine, her struggle with infertility, and how she decided to launch the Reconciling Medicine Podcast and Dr. Vegetable non-profit with her husband John. Learn what it means to be a good friend, show up, and leave the world a little brighter.