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Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses miscarriage management including what you need to know, what happens next, and your options when your ultrasound doesn't look like it should. She also shares her experience with miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. Miscarriage is hard and being able to understand your options is important.We have decided to move Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up! Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!     Thanks to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals just for you:Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.Green Chef- Go to GreenChef.com/aaw60 and use code aaw60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Natalie Crawford MD discusses OHSS or ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome including risks, warning signs, and how it’s treated. OHSS is a complication that can happen any time you stimulate the ovaries. Many decisions during fertility treatments are made based off the risk of OHSS as the symptoms can become severe. We have decided to move Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up! Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Can you transfer embryos from one clinic to another? Will my cycle return to normal after a miscarriage? Do you definitely ovulate if you see an LH surge or temperature increase? When can I do another embryo transfer after having a baby through IVF? What is the best approach to IVF with a low ovarian reserve?Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!     Thanks to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals just for you:Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.Green Chef- Go to GreenChef.com/aaw60 and use code aaw60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses PCOS, how you know if you have it, and ways to manage it. Often providers have given patients’ birth control or progesterone as a band aid and avoided explaining the disease. If you have a disease like PCOS you deserve to know you have it, understand it, and have a discussion about what you do daily may have an impact. We have decided to move Fertility In The News to the weekly newsletter in order to keep the podcast more evergreen. If you want to sign up go to nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to sign up! Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!     Thanks to our amazing sponsors! Check out these deals just for you:Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.Green Chef- Go to GreenChef.com/aaw60 and use code aaw60 to get 60% off plus free shipping.If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Natalie Crawford explains how the uterus is formed and the different types of uterine birth defects including a transverse vaginal septum, bicornuate uterus, unicornuate uterus, uterine septums, and more. So often there are no warning signs until you reach infertility or are getting an evaluation. She also goes into detail about a uterine septum, which is the most common uterine birth defect, and the procedure to fix them.In this week’s Fertility in the News, Natalie discusses celebrities sharing their experience with using a gestational carrier including Paris Hilton, Priyanka Chopra, and Kim Kardashian. She explains how this decision is not always easy for patients and how sharing about it makes others feel less alone. She also explains the difference between the terms surrogate and gestational carrier and why it's important to know the difference.Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Why am I not ovulating on Letrozole or Clomid? Do people with diminished ovarian reserve always need donated eggs? What are the best tips for the embryo to implant during the two week wait- are avocados and pineapples a myth? How can antiphospholipid antibody syndrome be treated?Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!      If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses advance maternal age, what you should know, what it means for your fertility, and what should you do if you are waiting to start your family. She also discusses IVF success rates. You cannot make decisions based on data you don’t know. So, it’s important to know your age-related chances of having a child or multiple children if that is your goal. In this week’s Fertility In The News, Natalie discusses the Cosmopolitan article called “Inside the fertility black market, where men offer up 'free' sperm for a high price.” She explains the dangers of getting sperm from a stranger on the internet instead of a sperm bank. She believes that donor sperm should be more accessible, but this is not the way. Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Are you supposed to get blood work done before trying to conceive? If so, for what? Any advice on decreasing pressure of trying to conceive every month? Is Clomid/Letrozole for inducing regular periods, to improve egg quality, or both? And more!Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!      Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Check out this deal just for you:Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses cancelled cycles, why they happen, and why it shouldn’t always be a bad thing if your cycle gets cancelled. Often cycles are cancelled without explanation, but you, as a patient, deserve to know why. She also discusses things you can control to improve your outcomes.In this week’s Fertility in the News, Natalie responds to Elon Musk’s decision to cut fertility benefits from his employees at Twitter. What hurts the most is knowing that he has benefitted from fertility treatments and is fully aware of how expensive it is. She also shares what she wants you to think about if you currently have fertility coverage.Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Are biotin and prenatal supplements healthy? Can IUI still work with male factor if it’s not severe? What do you consider a high AMH? Can you explain how TSH can fluctuate? I have cysts found on my follicles after Clomid. How can I make them go away before my IUI cycle? What are your thoughts on breast feeding during a frozen embryo transfer? Is there a safe level of caffeine during the two week wait? How do I know if I’m not getting my period because of stress or another medical issue? Can you transfer embryos from one clinic to another?Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!      Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Check out this deal just for you:Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In this week’s Fertility In The News, Natalie responds to Ricki Lake’s clip claiming the birth control pill causes early menopause and explains why this is “fake news.” She also goes over the variety of reasons someone may take the birth control pill.Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake.What is your advice for recovering from a miscarriage, specifically a blighted ovum? How often do you see Ashermann’s syndrome after a pregnancy ending in D&C? How do you deal with an azoospermia diagnosis? How many rounds of Letrozole should I do before moving on to a different treatment while TTC with PCOS? Do you use Clomid or Letrozole days 5-9 even if your periods are irregular?Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!      If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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!   Tune in to hear the answer to your question!  Also in this episode, Natalie discusses a recent article in Psychology Today regarding “quietly quitting” fertility treatments and ways you can deal with fertility burnout.   Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today.  If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.  For the Fertility in the News segment, Dr. Crawford addresses a story published by CNN and others, highlighting parents who welcomed twins from embryos frozen 30 years ago. And while the headline is lovely, Natalie addresses the subject's use of the word “adoption” in place of donation, and explains how the company used in this case is actually a discriminatory successful financial organization. Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. She addresses: How long after a D&C would you recommend trying again? Can fallopian tubes be unblocked with surgery? Thoughts on breastfeeding during a frozen transfer? And more!  Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!      Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Check out this deal just for you:      Goli — Go to goli.com and enter code AAW for your amazing discount     If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.  In this week’s Fertility in the News, Natalie discusses a review in Human Reproduction Update, reported by CNN, that examines how sperm counts may be declining globally, sparking a debate over male fertility.   Finally, Natalie answers your social media questions during her segment FFS—For Fertility’s Sake. Do you recommend ICSI with a normal sperm count? How long after you have an IVF baby should you wait before trying to transfer a frozen embryo? Is it okay to try to get pregnant naturally while continuing IVF?  Don't forget to ask your questions on Instagram for next week’s For Fertility’s Sake segment when you see the question box on Natalie’s page @nataliecrawfordmd. You can also ask a question by calling in and leaving a voicemail. Call 657–229–3672 and ask your fertility question today!         Thanks to our amazing sponsor! Check out this deal just for you:      Goli — Go to goli.com and enter code AAW for your amazing discount        If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Sunday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, check out Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices