Natalie Crawford

Dr. Natalie Crawford, a double board-certified physician specializing in fertility and reproductive health, shares invaluable insights into female hormone health and fertility. She discusses the impact of puberty on long-term hormonal cycles and menopause. The conversation covers various birth control methods and how they affect fertility. Crawford also highlights nutrition's critical role in reproductive health and offers guidance on fertility testing, IVF, and egg freezing, empowering women to make informed choices about their reproductive futures.

In this conversation, Dr. Natalie Crawford, a double board-certified fertility doctor and co-founder of Fora Fertility, explores the intricate world of fertility challenges. She reveals how plastic and pollution play a role in reproductive health and discusses the surprising prevalence of conditions like PCOS affecting many women. Dr. Crawford also shares insights on the best times for conception and factors impacting sperm count, such as heat exposure from baths and mobile devices, empowering listeners with knowledge for family planning.

Dr. Natalie Crawford, a reproductive endocrinologist and fertility expert from Austin, insights into women's hormonal health. She discusses the importance of lab testing for female hormones, shedding light on menopause and fertility. Natalie highlights how brain-ovary communication shifts throughout the menstrual cycle and the impact of inflammation on reproductive health. She advocates for women to understand their health better and when to test hormones, ensuring they are empowered at the doctor's office.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses personalized embryo transfer protocols in IVF, emphasizing patient advocacy and communication. She explores the benefits of frozen embryo transfer, optimizing uterine lining, and progesterone supplementation. Topics include success rates, endometriosis cases, and post-FET medication protocols.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses post-birth control syndrome, misinformation around the birth control pill, and answers social media questions about the pill. She debunks myths, explains the impact on health, and addresses concerns about vitamin deficiencies and ovarian cysts. The podcast aims to educate listeners on making informed decisions about contraceptives.