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First Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect, Common Symptoms, and Tips to Feel Better
Learn what to expect during the first trimester of pregnancy, including common symptoms, morning sickness, spotting, fatigue, and practical tips from fertility specialist Dr. Natalie Crawford.
Can Hormonal IUDs Cause Uterine Scarring? New Research Explained with Dr. Heather Huddleston
Learn about the latest research on hormonal IUDs, uterine scarring (uterine adhesions), and fertility with Dr. Natalie Crawford and Dr. Heather Huddleston.
IVF Step by Step: What to Expect During the IVF Process
Learn what to expect during IVF step by step, including fertility testing, ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, fertilization, PGT-A testing, and embryo transfer.
Understanding a Semen Analysis: Sperm Count, Motility & Morphology Explained
Dr. Natalie Crawford explains how to understand a semen analysis and what sperm count, motility, morphology, and total motile sperm count can reveal about male fertility. Learn what normal semen analysis results look like, common causes of low sperm count, how sperm are produced, why sperm quality can change in as little as 90 days, and evidence-based ways to improve sperm quality through lifestyle changes, nutrition, supplements, and hormonal health.
What Is PMOS? Understanding the New Name for PCOS and Why It Matters
PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) is the new name for PCOS. Learn why the name changed, how insulin resistance impacts symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options.
When Should You Stop Birth Control If You Want to Get Pregnant?
Wondering when to stop birth control before trying to conceive? Learn how birth control pills, IUDs, Depo-Provera, patches, and rings affect fertility and ovulation according to fertility specialist Dr. Natalie Crawford.
Can Histamine Blockers Like Claritin and Pepcid AC Help PMDD?
Can antihistamines help PMDD symptoms? Dr. Natalie Crawford explains the connection between histamine, hormones, PMDD, and how Claritin, Allegra, and Pepcid AC may provide relief.
Implantation Bleeding vs. Your Period: How to Tell the Difference
Wondering if it’s implantation bleeding or your period? Dr. Natalie Crawford explains when implantation happens, what implantation bleeding looks like, and how it differs from menstrual bleeding.
Improve Egg Quality Fast: 3 Tips to Have Better Egg Quality in 3 Months
Discover what you can do in the next 3 months to improve egg quality, support fertility, and optimize your chances of a healthy pregnancy.
Get Pregnant Fast: 6 Tips to Get Pregnant Naturally
Trying to conceive? Learn 6 evidence-based tips to get pregnant naturally faster, including how to track ovulation, time intercourse, improve sperm health, and optimize fertility.
Birth Control for Endometriosis & PCOS: What It Means for Your Fertility | IUDs, Depo, and The Pill
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, explains how different types of birth control affect fertility—especially if you have endometriosis, PCOS, PMDD, or heavy periods.
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.
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.
Exercise and Fertility | Can You Exercise During the Two-Week Wait? What’s Safe in the Luteal Phase?
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist, breaks down whether you can—and should—exercise during the luteal phase and the two-week wait. She explains how progesterone changes your metabolism, recovery, and energy after ovulation, why strength training is still encouraged, and how to modify workouts if you’re trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment.
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before TTC | Common Fertility Myths & What Actually Works
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down five essential fertility truths every person should know before trying to get pregnant. From cycle tracking and luteal phase health to male factor fertility and inflammation, this will help you better understand your body and advocate for your fertility.
What To Do If You Have Implantation Failure | Next steps After a Failed Embryo Transfer
Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down what it really means when genetically normal embryos fail to implant during IVF. She explains realistic success rates, why implantation isn’t guaranteed even with euploid embryos, and how fertility specialists evaluate recurrent implantation failure. Dr. Crawford walks through embryo factors, uterine environment, inflammation, lifestyle influences, and the different frozen embryo transfer protocols used to improve outcomes—while also addressing common tests, treatments, and misconceptions.
What Are the Different Types of Miscarriages? What To Do If You Are Having a Pregnancy Loss?
Miscarriage is far more complex—and far more common—than most people realize. Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down the different types of miscarriage and pregnancy loss and explains what the medical terminology actually means. Using clinical experience, evidence-based medicine, and real patient scenarios, Dr. Crawford walks through what happens at different stages of pregnancy loss, how miscarriages are diagnosed and managed, and what follow-up care is essential to protect your health and future fertility.
TTC and Alcohol: Can You Drink Alcohol While Trying To Get Pregnant? | Fertility Doctor Explains
Can you drink alcohol while trying to get pregnant? Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, breaks down the science behind alcohol and fertility. Using population-based research and real fertility data, Dr. Crawford explains what actually affects your chances of conceiving—and what choices are within your control when trying to get pregnant spontaneously or through IVF.
6 Things You Need to Know About Male Fertility If You Want To Conceive | Improve Sperm Quality
Trying to get pregnant? Male fertility plays a major role, yet it's rarely talked about. Dr. Natalie Crawford, Board-Certified OBGYN & REI, explains what every partner should do to boost sperm health and support the fertility journey. Learn the biggest lifestyle factors that affect sperm count and quality, common mistakes like testosterone use, the truth about heat and cannabis, how often to ejaculate, and when to get a semen analysis. Fertility is a team effort, and these steps can help you get pregnant faster and improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy.
Luteal Phase Defect: Is Your Luteal Phase Normal? | Understanding Progesterone and Ovulation
Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the science and misconceptions surrounding the luteal phase and luteal phase defects. She explains what a normal luteal phase looks like, what it truly means to have a luteal phase defect, and why progesterone alone is not usually the root cause. Dr. Crawford walks viewers through how ovulation actually happens, why tracking ovulation accurately matters, and the real hormonal and structural issues that can shorten the luteal phase or cause spotting.

