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When To Have Kids

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses planning your family and when to have kids. She tells you her story of becoming a parent and what that looked like in medical training. Natalie also shares what she wishes she would’ve prioritized when it comes to health before trying to get pregnant.

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Ovulation Myths

I have seen so many misconceptions or things that are spread as truth and are misinterpreted. I am answering questions and debunking myths that have I have received.

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Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome - OHSS Protocols, Risks, Symptoms, and Prevention

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses OHSS or ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome including what it is, what are the risks, and how to prevent it. OHSS is a complication of IVF and it’s important to know that the prevalence has decreased significantly as IVF has become better. It’s also important to be aware of this so you can understand why your protocol may be changed base on your risk of OHSS.

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Fertility Q&A

It’s the last episode of 2022! And to end the year off, Dr. Natalie Crawford gathered the best questions you left on her voicemail in this special Q&A episode. Natalie answers all your burning questions, including:

- What the correlation between AMH results and antral follicle count is
- If an IUI procedure combined with ovulation induction is a good treatment plan
- If and why you need to supplement a form of estrogen in the luteal phase
- The process of becoming an egg donor or surrogate
- And more!

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INFERTILITY TREATMENTS - Ovulation Induction, IUI, IVF, and Surgery To Help You Get Pregnant

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford goes over what you need to know before you see a fertility doctor. What are the fertility treatment options? It’s important to know that a complete evaluation is going to be needed before you start treatment. Fertility doctors love data and want all the information to best treat you.

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Frozen Embryo Transfers

In this week’s episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford offers an overview of the frozen embryo transfer. She discusses different protocols, why the timing is what it is, and what you should know if you’re preparing to undergo IVF and an embryo transfer. She explains that, no, your embryos won’t get freezer burn, and that you should keep them as long as you possibly can.

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EXERCISE: What is Safe While TTC and in Early Pregnancy?

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses exercise while trying to conceive, undergoing fertility treatments, and during early pregnancy. Exercise can be very beneficial during this time, but it’s important to know what is safe in all of these stages.

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Getting A Fertility Second Opinion

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses when to get a second opinion and how to go about it. The relationship between you and your fertility doctor is important, and it is a very personal relationship, so it’s important you find the right fit.

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Improving Your Egg Quality

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses egg quality improvement, including what it is, what you should know, and what you should do. There’s a lot we can do about fertility; however, there are no guarantees. But there are some interventions you can take now to improve the genetic normalcy of your eggs.

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Fertility Preservation

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.

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Vitamin D and Fertility

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.

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Your Fertility Doctor

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses details she thinks are important to know when it comes to your physician as well as the clinic.

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Endometriosis: Do you have it? What are the signs, symptoms, and treatment options?

Double board certified fertility doctor, Natalie Crawford, discusses what endometriosis is and how to know if you have it. In this video she reviews the common signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, and the treatment options. There is so much confusion on what endometriosis is, how it develops and what is means for your reproductive life. But the top thing that I see is women suffering in silence or without support.

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