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The Fertility Diet

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.

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The #1 Mistake People Make When a Friend Struggles With Infertility

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with etiquette expert Allison Cheperdak to talk about how to show up for someone struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, or sensitive family-planning issues. They break down what to say (and what not to say), how to handle baby announcements and showers, and how to navigate tricky moments at work, with family, and online—without needing to be an infertility expert yourself.

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How Long Does It Really Take to Get Pregnant?

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down what really goes into getting pregnant - beyond the simple idea of “just stop birth control and see what happens.” She explains how your age, egg health, lifestyle, and cycle awareness all work together, and shares practical ways to start taking control of your fertility without obsessing over numbers or strict rules.

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Trying to Conceive After 35

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains what advanced maternal age really means and how fertility changes after 35. She breaks down the roles of egg quantity, egg quality, and ovulation while sharing practical steps to optimize your chances of conception. This guide empowers individuals to understand their bodies, take proactive action, and know when to seek fertility support.

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How Endocrine Disruptors Impact Your Fertility

In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, Dr. Natalie Crawford uncovers the impact of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) that can be found in the air we breathe and the products we use daily. These "forever chemicals" interfere with the brain-ovary connection and affect egg quality. But you have the power to combat their effects.

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Cycle Tracking to Help You Get Pregnant Faster

Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the basics of cycle tracking. She explains how ovulation works, why apps alone can be misleading, and how tools like basal body temperature, cervical mucus, and ovulation predictor kits can help you better understand your body and get pregnant faster.

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PMS, PMDD, & Your Brain | Dr. Sarah Hill

Ever feel like a different person during your luteal phase? In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, board-certified fertility doctor Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with award-winning researcher and psychologist Dr. Sarah Hill, author of the groundbreaking new book The Period Brain.

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The Connection Between Hormones & Gut Health

Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the powerful connection between gut health and estrogen. In this episode, she explains how inflammation, diet, and the gut microbiome influence hormone balance and fertility, and shares practical steps women can take to support their gut, regulate estrogen, and optimize reproductive health.

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Embryo Transfer: IVF Prep & Protocols

Dr. Natalie Crawford (Board-Certified OBGYN & REI) provides a step-by-step roadmap for patients navigating the technical side of IVF. Whether you are wondering about IVF success rates with frozen embryos or how to prepare your uterine lining, this guide covers the clinical strategy used to optimize your pregnancy chances.

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Insulin Resistance: How It Impacts Fertility, Hormones, and Pregnancy

Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, explains how insulin, inflammation, and metabolic health affect ovulation, egg quality, miscarriage risk, and IVF outcomes. You’ll learn why “normal” labs aren’t always optimal, how insulin resistance quietly develops, and what science shows you can do to improve fertility and overall health.

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Ovarian Cysts: When They’re Normal vs When They’re a Problem

Ovarian cysts are common—but when are they normal, and when should you worry? Dr. Natalie Crawford, Board-Certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, explains what ovarian cysts are, how they form, and when they may impact hormones, fertility, or IVF cycles. Learn the difference between functional cysts and more concerning cysts like endometriomas and dermoids, and understand how cysts relate to FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone so you can better advocate for your reproductive health.

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