Fertility + Hormones + Health + Lifestyle
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Episode 080: Skin Secrets, with Dr. Kristina Collins
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks to dr. Kristina Collins, a dermatologist and owner of the boutique dermatology practice, Austin Skin. Listen to Kristina talk about her journey in medicine, the competitive field of dermatology, and her top secrets for you to take care of your skin and your life.
Episode 079: Progesterone
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about progesterone. Progesterone is an essential hormone in female reproduction, but there are many misconceptions about what it is, when it is made, and when you need supplementation. Listen as she reviews the menstrual cycle, progesterone deficiency, luteal phase defect, PCOS, and recurrent pregnancy loss. Also why are there different types of progesterone options for supplementation in fertility treatment cycles? Learn now.
Episode 078: Just Say No
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about saying no. Each yes you give is a no to something else. What is it a no to? Is it to your goals? Create a purpose statement, identify your goals, and protect each yes. Don't apologize. Don't make excuses. Just say no.
Episode 077: Fertility Rally
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks to the founders of Fertility Rally, Ali and Blair. After both experiencing infertility themselves, these ladies starting forming a community online - with 2 separate podcasts (Fab Fertility and Infertile AF) they joined forces to start the Rally: Worst Club, Best Members. Learn more about why sharing your story can literally change your life. And a message to all the warriors out there: you are not alone.
Episode 076: IUI
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about intrauterine insemination, or IUI. IUI is an option for fertility treatments to help improve the odds of conceiving. Learn more about the process, success rates, and what to expect with IUI cycles.
Episode 075: Outside the Box
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about doing things differently and being "outside then box." Don't be afraid to settle, learn to chase your dreams, and know that people will have something to say about it. Pushing boundaries is required in order to grow, so be the one doing things better, asking for more, and fighting for what you believe.
Episode 074: Maternal Health Disparities, with Dr. Jasmine Johnson
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks to Dr. Jasmine Johnson, about her path in medicine and her passion, maternal health disparities. Dr. Johnson is a fellow in maternal and fetal medicine at UNC and a fierce advocate for racial inequities in pregnancy. Dr. Johnson is a mom and talks about her journey. She is also uses social media to inspire women to chase their dreams and fight for equality.
Episode 073: Fora Fertility
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the decision to quit her job (again) and open Fora Fertility with her partner, Dr. Amanda Skillern. Listen to her thoughts about what really matters, why we let ourselves be held back by fear, and goals for Fora Fertility in the future.
Episode 072: Girl Power, with Dr. Tiffanny Jones
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks with Dr. Tiffanny Jones, a fertility specialist in Dallas, Texas about girl power, confidence, and making a difference. They talk about choosing REI, the path it takes to get into this competitive field, racism in medicine and in the world, health disparities, and being true to yourself. Tiffanny is the ultimate believer in other women, and she will challenge you to believe more in your self as well.
Episode 071: Becoming Vegan
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about becoming vegan and how to transition to a whole food plant based diet. This episode is all about how to make a change, what you need to consider, and letting go of fear. You can do anything you set your mind to. Eat for your health and for the world around you.
Episode 070: Thyroid & Reproduction
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about thyroid and reproduction. The thyroid gland is essential in fetal development and abnormal thyroid hormones can impact pregnancy and infertility. Learn about screening protocols, what the studies show, and what you need to know to advocate for yourself.
Episode 069: A Mother: Any Way
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about non-traditional paths to parenthood including donor egg, donor embryo and gestational surrogacy. Listen as she talks about making these hard decisions, evaluating the options, and learning what questions to ask. Motherhood is more than genetics or birth, it is love.
Episode 068: The Professional Learner
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about becoming a professional learner. How do you find joy in learning? How do you learn? How do you learn to allow the world around you to change your life? Learning is all about change.
Episode 067: Hope
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about finding hope after failure, loss, or the unexpected. Learn how you can lean into the hard times, find vulnerability, and become stronger. Sometimes giving up is the right move, but sometimes you need to persist.
Episode 066: Questions for Your Fertility Doctor
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the top questions you need to be asking your fertility doctor and clinic. Learn what to ask to make your journey the easiest and set your expectations appropriately. Understand how your doctor and clinic play a role in your experience. Be your own advocate.
Episode 065: Adaptability
Join Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about adaptability. What does it mean to be adaptable? How do you accept change and make the best of it? How do you evolve even when you don’t want to?
Episode 064: Unexplained Infertility
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about unexplained infertility. Learn what it means when all your infertility testing is normal, and empower yourself with the evidence about the next best step. Details about clomid, FSH injectable hormones, IUI, and IVF discussed here including a review of the latest studies for unexplained infertility
Episode 063: Ovulation Induction
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about ovulation induction. Learn the basics about which options exist including clomid, letrozole, FSH and LH injections, GnRH, metformin, and more. And remember - always know what you are treating.
Episode 062: Life on Hold
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about how to handle the new normal. Coronavirus has led to plans canceling and putting your life on hold. How do you stay your best in this time and refocus on what matters most? What is your goal? 5 steps here.
Episode 061: Coronavirus and Pregnancy
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about COVID-19 and pregnancy. Learn what we know now as far as risks and transmission in pregnancy. Important information for those trying to get pregnant, undergoing fertility treatments, or already pregnant.