Double board-certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, gives her top tips and warning signs if you plan to travel for fertility treatments. Whether you are traveling to another country or another city for IVF or egg freezing, there are things you should know. You should have all of the information to be able to make an informed decision.

Double board-certified REI and OBGYN, Dr. Natalie Crawford, explains how the aging process impacts the chromosomes and health of our eggs. As we get older, many women worry about their "biological clock" and fear they are running out of eggs. However, the real issue with age-related infertility is not just the quantity of eggs, but the quality. She provides insights on evaluating ovarian reserve, the role of inflammation and lifestyle factors, and strategies to optimize fertility as you get older. Whether you're just starting to think about family planning or navigating fertility challenges, this video offers essential information to better understand the complex relationship between age and fertility.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, explains the development and depletion of eggs in the ovaries. She discusses the role of hormones and the brain-ovary-adrenal gland axis during puberty. Dr. Crawford also covers how hormonal contraception, pregnancy, and breastfeeding impact egg loss, as well as the changes seen in the menstrual cycle as women approach menopause, including shorter cycles and irregular periods. Lastly, she explains ovarian reserve testing and what the results mean about your fertility.

Double board-certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, warns about the potential dangers of excessive biotin intake when it comes to fertility treatments and hormone testing. Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is an important nutrient that helps the body convert fats, carbs, and proteins into energy. Dr. Crawford explains that high biotin levels can cause falsely high or low results for a wide range of hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, thyroid hormones, and more. This can lead to incorrect diagnoses and inappropriate treatment decisions, especially for those undergoing fertility treatments like IVF.

Double board-certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses the supplement CoQ10 and its potential benefits for fertility. CoQ10 is an important coenzyme involved in energy production within the cells. As we age, mitochondrial function can decline, contributing to cellular aging. CoQ10 has been studied for its ability to support mitochondrial health and function, which is important for both egg and sperm quality.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, provides valuable insights into the importance of understanding egg maturity during in-vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles. She emphasizes the need to evaluate and adjust IVF protocols to maximize the number of mature eggs retrieved, as this is a key determinant of IVF success. She outlines various suppression and stimulation techniques used in IVF, as well as the criteria for assessing egg maturity. By understanding these nuances, you can be better equipped to advocate for your fertility needs to optimize your IVF outcomes.

Double board-certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses miscarriage and delves into the critical topics surrounding miscarriage, providing a comprehensive overview of what you need to know and next steps. She discusses the number one cause of miscarriage and explore other common causes.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses ovarian cysts. This topic comes up often when patients are getting an ultrasound, CT scan or any type of imaging. So often you are told that you have a cyst but there is no follow up. Watch this video to learn what ovarian cysts are, why do they occur, and when they are a problem.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, responds to a comment received about getting pregnant at an older age. In this video Dr. Crawford breaks down a popular study called "Time To Conceive" which gives data on fecundability or your chance of getting pregnant each month as you get older. It's important to understand this data when it comes to planning your family.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses the 6 warning signs you might have endometriosis. Endometriosis is common, but not diagnosed nearly enough, and the average time to diagnosis is 7-10 years. Watch this video to learn about the warning signs, risk factors, and things you should be aware of if you think you could have endometriosis.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, answers the common question, "How will I know if I will have trouble getting pregnant?" You can test your fertility and know if something is wrong right now but it won’t guarantee you will get pregnant in the future. However, knowing the warning signs may help you make a different decision. This video will guide you and help you decide if you need to seek an evaluation sooner or do early intervention like egg or embryo freezing.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses the amount of eggs you need to get to a normal embryo. In this video, Dr. Crawford reviews a paper recently published in Fertility and Sterility called “The minimum number of mature oocytes needed to obtain at least one euploid blastocyst according to female age in IVF treatment cycles” So often no expectations are set so the assumption is that IVF is going to work. It’s important to have the data and know what it’s going to take for success and whether or not it’s worth it to you.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses IUI and how to prepare for it. Intrauterine Insemination is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm directly into the uterus to facilitate fertilization. The procedure aims to increase the number of sperm that reach the fallopian tubes, thereby enhancing the chances of fertilization.It's important to understand the reasons why IUI may be used, the options, success rates, and questions to ask your doctor.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses when to time intercourse when trying to get pregnant. There are a lot of myths when it comes to sex and the timing including when and how often you should have intercourse. In this video, Dr. Crawford breaks it all down so you can be prepared and informed on your TTC journey.

Double board certified REI and OBGYN, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses her tips for what to do and what to avoid when trying to conceive. There are so many myths and misconceptions when it comes to getting pregnant so it's important to know what you should and shouldn't do during this journey.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses implantation bleeding, what is normal, and what is not normal. Implantation bleeding is when bleeding occurs and the embryo starts to implant into the uterus. It’s important to understand implantation bleeding and when it could be something else and should be evaluated.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses whether or not you can get pregnant while breastfeeding. She also discusses breastfeeding while going through fertility treatments and preventing pregnancy while breastfeeding. Watch this video to learn more about how breastfeeding can impact your fertility.

Double board certified REI and OBGYN, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses studies that have looked at the impact of cell phone use on male sperm quality. Sperm are very fragile and easily influenced by lifestyle factors and environment. We know that heat can impact testicular function, but where do cell phones come in? Watch this video to learn how cell phone use can affect the quality of your sperm.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses ovulation induction and PCOS. It is completely normal to need help trying to ovulate when you have PCOS and nothing to be ashamed of. PCOS is one of the top causes of infertility so it's important to know which method of ovulation induction is more likely to result in pregnancy.

Double board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford explains how long it takes to get pregnant and what is normal when trying to conceive. She dives into fecundability, which is your chance of conceiving each month, egg quality, and when you need an evaluation. Yahoo published a survey that showed that nearly 60% of women say they wish they knew how long it would take to get pregnant before they started trying. So often women don’t prepare for or even think about trying to get pregnant until they’re ready. For so many, having kids is a life goal and in what other situation would you approach a life goal without any plans? Watch this video if you are planning to get pregnant now or in the future.