Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about contraception. In this episode, she’ll review the basics about all types of contraception, including daily methods, long-acting reversible contraception (LARCs), permanent options, and emergency contraception. Empower yourself with education.

This segment of ‘As a Woman’ is sponsored by Plan B One-Step® emergency contraception. To learn more about Plan B, visit www.PlanBOneStep.com for more information on the product and where to access it.

Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD - board certified OBGYN and REI, discusses endometriosis. Endo impacts 1/10 women - but likely more, as the diagnosis is surgical and often women go undiagnosed for years (or forever).

There is so much confusion on what endometriosis is, how it develops, and what it means for your reproductive life. But the top thing that I see is women suffering in silence or without support.

Signs of endometriosis include:

Painful periods (dysmenorrhea)

Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)

GI changes on your period

Endometriosis is associated with other autoimmune diseases and runs in families. Please get help if you are suffering. If your doctor won’t listen - find a new one. And if you know you have endo and want to get pregnant, make sure you know how to optimize your chances.

References discussed or quoted:

Yamamoto A, Harris HR, Vitonis AF, Chavarro JE, Missmer SA. A prospective cohort study of meat and fish consumption and endometriosis risk. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2018;219(2):178.e1-178.e10. doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2018.05.034

Parazzini F, Chiaffarino F, Surace M, Chatenoud L, Cipriani S, Chiantera V, Benzi G, Fedele L. Selected food intake and risk of endometriosis. Hum Reprod. 2004 Aug;19(8):1755-9. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deh395. Epub 2004 Jul 14. PMID: 15254009.

Marziali M, Venza M, Lazzaro S, Lazzaro A, Micossi C, Stolfi VM. Gluten-free diet: a new strategy for management of painful endometriosis related symptoms? Minerva Chir. 2012 Dec;67(6):499-504. PMID: 23334113

Fritz and Speroff, Clinical Gynecology Endocrinology and Infertility, 8th edition, 2011

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks all about the life lessons she has learned from TikTok. Yes, TikTok is an addicting app which highlights dancing and music, but it is also an amazing form of self expression and content creation. Now, as more health professionals start to utilize this platform for dispensing health information - there is even more to learn. Top 6 lessons here to apply to your life.

Join Natalie Crawford, MD - board certified OBGYN and REI, as she reacts to some of the gynecology TikTok out there. There is medical and health information all over the internet - and today we are diving into the TikTok world. TikTok is a fun platform with freedom to create. The fertility-related content is all over the place - some is cringe, some is great, but all of it provides opportunities for learning!

Follow me on TikTok: @nataliecrawfordmd

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks with Dr. Tolu Bakare, a male fertility specialist about her journey into urology and her advice to those struggling with infertility. Listen to her journey - through heartbreak and with extreme perseverance in the face of tragedy, racism, disbelief and more. Learn to set goals and crush them, believe in yourself, and find your passion. For those with male infertility, she discusses lifestyle and medical facts, what you should know.

Natalie Crawford, MD - a board-certified OBGYN and REI, discusses one of the top questions she gets asked - all about the pill and how it works and the impact on future fertility. Learn about combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone pills), also called "the pill" and understand your options best from an expert. Fight misinformation about contraception with knowledge.

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.

Board certified fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD discusses a common cause of infertility and irregular periods: PCOS. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is when women have irregular cycles and high androgens (like testosterone) which can lead to acne, hair growth, and metallic disturbances.

What is PCOS?

How is it diagnosed?

What are the symptoms?

What causes it?

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.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OBGYN and REI, discusses the importance of personal branding, the importance of social media for physicians, and protecting your intellectual property. This is a talk that was given (virtually) at Fertility Explained - a conference for other fertility physicians, but the content applies to professionals everywhere who want to tap into the power of their own personal brand. Homework:

Own your name.

Buy your domain.

Be proud of yourself.

Don't be afraid to take up space.

And if you want people to listen, to learn, and to see you - then you must go where they are.

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.

Natalie Crawford, MD - a board-certified OBGYN and REI, explains IVF so that you know what to expect. As a fertility doctor, Dr. Natalie Crawford knows that IVF is complex. Often, people don't know what is involved or what to ask their doctor. She is breaking down the basics of IVF so you can be prepared and understand this process better. Even if you are not the one going through IVF, you can learn more about IVF to better support those that you love.

What is In vitro fertilization?

Who needs IVF?

What does IVF look like?

What are the risks of IVF? What is genetic testing (PGT)?

What is a frozen embryo transfer (FET)?

What are your odds of success with IVF?

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.

Is it safe to get pregnant during COVID-19? Board certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD discusses the latest data. As a fertility doctor, she talks about Coronavirus every day with her patients - wanting to conceive, undergoing fertility treatments, and newly pregnant. Now she is reviewing articles from The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (The "Grey" Journal) reviewing pregnancy outcomes after COVID-19 infection. The truth is, there is no universal answer. Pregnancy in the time of COVID is not without risks, but this does not mean you must delay your dream of a family. But more than anything, you deserve to be educated and make an informed decision. If you like journal article reviews let me know!! (and your favorite topics to cover).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.