In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom are joined by fertility expert Dr. Natalie Crawford. They dive into a thorough discussion on women's health, focusing on fertility, menstrual health, and preparing for pregnancy. Dr. Crawford explains the menstrual cycle, addresses common misconceptions, and highlights the importance of self-advocacy, stress management, and lifestyle for women's health and reproductive health. She also shares insights from her upcoming book, "The Fertility Formula," empowering listeners with practical advice for optimizing fertility and navigating women's health challenges like infertility and pregnancy loss.

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What You'll Learn From Dr Crawford:

05:11 Discussion on why fertility is an important indicator of overall health and longevity.

09:36 Dr. Crawford explains the phases, hormones, and normal function of the menstrual cycle.

14:28 Clarifies normal and abnormal pain, bleeding, and ovulatory symptoms during the menstrual cycle.

20:09 Explores how birth control is used to mask symptoms...

For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/429

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