Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses ovulation and the cycle tracking methods including the calendar method, cervical mucus monitoring, basal body temperature, and ovulation predictor kits. She gives tips as well as data to help understand each fertility awareness method and how to use them when trying to get pregnant. Understanding these methods and what works best for you is important when it comes to optimizing your chances of getting pregnant.

Natalie answers your fertility questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake
What can cause an elevated AMH besides PCOS?
Should you be prescribed progesterone after an IUI?
Does Letrozole help you ovulate? I have PCOS.
Do OPKS work as well if you have PCOS?

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Ovulation and Cycle Tracking

Dr. Natalie Crawford is a fertility physician at Fora Fertility in Austin, Texas who knows that trying to understand your body and your hormones can be exhausting and overwhelming in the world of medical misinformation and contradicting opinions. She started this podcast to educate and empower, giving people access to the knowledge she's acquired on health and fertility from the comfort of their home, or where ever they choose to listen! She talks about a wide range of topics, including IVF, hormones, infertility, menstrual cycles, mental health, and, well, beyond! She also welcomes special guests to speak to related topics, or share their fertility journey. Tune in and become a part of the community of collaboration that amplifies others, As a Woman.

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Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemail questions about natural fertility.
Questions Answered:

I have been struggling to get pregnant with second child. My AMH came back at 1.21 and then I got a second AMH done three months later and it came back at .7. What does a drop like this mean?

If someone has had a chlamydia infection, what signs should they look for? Should they automatically get checked for potential complications?

I had an IUD for 10 years. My menstruation has been very light barely saturating a tampon for about 3-4 days. Does this mean my lining is too thin?

I recently had my Paragard IUD. My doctor mentioned I have scarring on my uterus. Could those be related?

What imaging do you recommend for female fertility testing?


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Natural Fertility Q&A: Fertility Testing, AMH, IUDs, and STIs

Dr. Natalie Crawford reviews three of the latest research studies by Fertility and Sterility. These studies include AMH and Vitamin D, AMH and PCOS, and periods and the lunar cycle. Dr. Crawford has a masters degree in clinical research, so staying up to date on the latest data is something she is very passionate about. You can't make decisions on data you don't know.

Natalie answers your questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

I'm trying to conceive while postpartum and my period has not returned. Do you have any tips?

When does the placenta take over and when do you typically transition off taking progesterone and estrogen from an embryo transfer?

can high intensity exercise be a cause of a luteal phase defect?


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Studies reviewed:

Association between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D and antimüllerian hormone levels in a cohort of African-American women Subramanian, Anita et al. Fertility and Sterility, Volume 121, Issue 4, 642 - 650

The menstrual cycle is influenced by weekly and lunar rhythms Ecochard, René et al. Fertility and Sterility, Volume 121, Issue 4, 651 - 659

Antimüllerian hormone level predicts ovulation in women with polycystic ovary syndrome treated with clomiphene and metformin Komorowski, Allison S. et al.Fertility and Sterility, Volume 121, Issue 4, 660 - 668


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Fertility Research Updates: AMH, PCOS, Vitamin D, Periods and the Lunar Cycle

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses everything you need to know about your hormones and reproductive health. This is your life. This is your body. You deserve to have the information you need to make the choices that are absolutely the best for you.

Natalie answers your questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

How many days post -FET can I take a pregnancy test?

How much does being overweight impact fertility?

How do I decide to keep doing rounds of letrozole or move on to IUI?

I'm a 32 year old starting IVF on Thursday, hearing conflicting things about exercise during the cycle.


We have moved 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!

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Understanding Your Hormones and Reproductive Health

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the concept of personalized fertility care. The number one question we get from the audience is questions about your cycle and how to make it better. This is what your care team should be doing. Not every cycle will be perfect. But somebody should analyze what happened and make a suggestion for next steps. Listen to this episode to learn ways to advocate for yourself and get the best care possible on your fertility journey.

Natalie answers your questions in FFS-For Fertility's Sake

Do you recommend Ovasitol for patients with PCOS?

What prevents a baby from sticking to the uterine wall?

Can I exercise the week after my embryo transfer?

What is the typical IVF protocol for someone with PCOS?


We have moved 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:
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Personalized Fertility Care

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemail questions about IVF.
Questions Answered:

Only one of my 28 mature eggs made it to blastocyst. Why did my progesterone rise so suddenly and how could this have impacted our cycle and results of our IVF cycle? What else could have caused these results?

My wife and I are trying to get pregnant via IVF. Her FSH is 18 on the second day of her period and her estrogen is 76 and the cycle was cancelled? Should we keep trying?

I was diagnosed with hypo hypo and am in my first IVF cycle. Is there something that can help boost my FSH and LH numbers?

I’m considering IVF in Taiwan. Can jet lag impact my IVF outcomes? What advice do you have for getting treatment overseas?


We have moved 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:
Quince- Go to Quince.com/aaw for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns
Ritual-Go to ritual.com/AAW to start Ritual or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.
Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney/com/AAW
Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/AAW or use the code AAW at checkout.
Prose- Go to prose.com/aaw and take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 50% off your first subscription order PLUS 15% off and free shipping every subscription order after that!

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.
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Ovulation and Cycle Tracking

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