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Exercise and Fertility | Can You Exercise During the Two-Week Wait? What’s Safe in the Luteal Phase?
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, breaks down whether you can—and should—exercise during the luteal phase and the two-week wait. She explains how progesterone changes your metabolism, recovery, and energy after ovulation, why strength training is still encouraged, and how to modify workouts if you’re trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment.
Fertility Q&A - TTC, Male Fertility, Endo, and More
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, answers your fertility questions.
The Gut–Hormone Connection: Fiber, Microbiome & Fertility | Will Bulsiewicz, MD
Dr. Natalie Crawford is joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to explain how gut health, inflammation, and hormones are connected—and what simple changes can support your energy, mood, and fertility.
Understanding Unexplained Infertility at a Young Age
Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down unexplained infertility in young couples. She explains why being young does not guarantee fertility, the real monthly odds of conception, and what testing, treatments, and next steps matter most when infertility occurs earlier than expected.
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before TTC | Common Fertility Myths & What Actually Works
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down five essential fertility truths every person should know before trying to get pregnant. From cycle tracking and luteal phase health to male factor fertility and inflammation, this will help you better understand your body and advocate for your fertility.
Nutrition and PCOS: Treating Insulin Resistance with Food | Cory Ruth RDN
Dr. Natalie Crawford is joined by registered dietitian and PCOS specialist Cory Ruth, author of “PCOS Is My Power,” to explain how PCOS, blood sugar, and nutrition all fit together. They talk about why PCOS is so misunderstood, what insulin resistance really means, and simple, realistic ways to eat and live that support your hormones, metabolism, and fertility, without cutting out everything you love.
8 Questions You Need to Ask Before You Do IVF
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and fertility doctor, breaks down the eight essential questions every patient should ask before starting IVF. From understanding your diagnosis to knowing your success rates, costs, and risks, these questions help you take control of your fertility journey.
What To Do If You Have Implantation Failure | Next steps After a Failed Embryo Transfer
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down what it really means when genetically normal embryos fail to implant during IVF. She explains realistic success rates, why implantation isn’t guaranteed even with euploid embryos, and how fertility specialists evaluate recurrent implantation failure. Dr. Crawford walks through embryo factors, uterine environment, inflammation, lifestyle influences, and the different frozen embryo transfer protocols used to improve outcomes—while also addressing common tests, treatments, and misconceptions.
How Stress Affects Your Hormones and Fertility
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OBGYN and REI, unpacks how stress communicates with your brain and ovaries—and how that relationship can shape your cycles, egg quality, and fertility over time. This episode connects physiology with realistic strategies so you can better support your hormones in a chronically stressed world.
How Age Affects Fertility (And What You Can Still Control)
Natalie Crawford, MD explains why fertility declines with age—and why it’s not simply because women “run out of eggs.” She breaks down egg quality, genetics, inflammation, and metabolic health, empowering you to understand their fertility and make informed, data-driven decisions.
What Are the Different Types of Miscarriages? What To Do If You Are Having a Pregnancy Loss?
Miscarriage is far more complex—and far more common—than most people realize. Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down the different types of miscarriage and pregnancy loss and explains what the medical terminology actually means. Using clinical experience, evidence-based medicine, and real patient scenarios, Dr. Crawford walks through what happens at different stages of pregnancy loss, how miscarriages are diagnosed and managed, and what follow-up care is essential to protect your health and future fertility.
Why Your Fertility Matters Now (Even If You’re Not Ready Yet)
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OBGYN and REI, reframes fertility as a key health signal, not just about getting pregnant. Whether you want kids soon, someday, or aren’t sure, this episode helps you understand your cycle, your egg reserve, and what you can start doing today to protect your hormonal and reproductive health.
How I’d Approach Getting Pregnant Today
Dr. Natalie Crawford, a board-certified OB/GYN and fertility expert, shares her personal approach to trying to get pregnant today. From understanding your cycle to optimizing lifestyle factors, Dr. Crawford provides actionable tips for anyone looking to take control of their fertility journey.
TTC and Alcohol: Can You Drink Alcohol While Trying To Get Pregnant? | Fertility Doctor Explains
Can you drink alcohol while trying to get pregnant? Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down the science behind alcohol and fertility. Using population-based research and real fertility data, Dr. Crawford explains what actually affects your chances of conceiving—and what choices are within your control when trying to get pregnant spontaneously or through IVF.
Acupuncture, Hormones and Fertility | Sadie Minkoff L.Ac.
Dr. Natalie Crawford, OBGYN and REI, sits down with licensed acupuncturist Sadie Minkoff to discuss how acupuncture fits into the bigger picture of hormones, stress, and fertility. They explore how this approach can work alongside traditional medical care so you can feel more informed and less alone on your fertility journey.
6 Fertility Health Tips You Need to Know
Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the six essential steps everyone should take to protect and optimize their fertility. From lifestyle choices to understanding your cycle, Dr. Crawford empowers you with practical, science-backed guidance to help you take charge of you reproductive health—whether you’re hoping to conceive now or planning for the future.
6 Things You Need to Know About Male Fertility If You Want To Conceive | Improve Sperm Quality
Trying to get pregnant? Male fertility plays a major role, yet it's rarely talked about. Dr. Natalie Crawford, Board-Certified OBGYN & REI, explains what every partner should do to boost sperm health and support the fertility journey. Learn the biggest lifestyle factors that affect sperm count and quality, common mistakes like testosterone use, the truth about heat and cannabis, how often to ejaculate, and when to get a semen analysis. Fertility is a team effort, and these steps can help you get pregnant faster and improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy.
Pregnancy Loss: What Nobody Tells You About Miscarriage
Dr. Natalie Crawford, a board-certified OBGYN and REI, guides listeners through the often misunderstood world of pregnancy loss. Using both her professional knowledge and personal insights, she helps you gain confidence in understanding this experience, whether you’re facing it yourself or supporting someone who is. Find out what’s actually happening, why it matters, and the important steps you can take next.
10 Things That Impact Sperm Quality
Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the top ten factors that negatively impact sperm quality and male fertility. She explains how lifestyle choices, environmental exposures, and medical conditions influence sperm count, motility, and morphology, and why understanding these contributors is essential for any couple trying to conceive.
Luteal Phase Defect: Is Your Luteal Phase Normal? | Understanding Progesterone and Ovulation
Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the science and misconceptions surrounding the luteal phase and luteal phase defects. She explains what a normal luteal phase looks like, what it truly means to have a luteal phase defect, and why progesterone alone is not usually the root cause. Dr. Crawford walks viewers through how ovulation actually happens, why tracking ovulation accurately matters, and the real hormonal and structural issues that can shorten the luteal phase or cause spotting.

