Hysteroscopy is a surgical procedure where a small camera is inserted through the cervix into the uterus to allow the doctor to visually examine the inside of the uterine cavity. It is used to diagnose and treat various uterine conditions that can impact fertility, such as polyps, fibroids, scar tissue, and uterine abnormalities. The goal of hysteroscopy is to optimize the uterine environment to improve the chances of successful embryo implantation and pregnancy. It is considered the gold standard for evaluating the inside of the uterus.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your fertility questions sent to the voicemail. Topics include AMH, luteal phase, tubal disease, and IVF cycles!

Preconception genetic carrier screening is a blood test, and we are checking to see if you are a carrier of a single gene disorder.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses testing your fertility and if and when it's something that you should do. She explains the different types of fertility testing including testing of ovarian reserve like AMH levels, anatomy like HSG tests of the fallopian tubes and uterus, and semen analysis for male partners. She also discusses how fertility and chances of pregnancy decline with age and the implications for family planning and choices around fertility preservation.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses her top tips for trying to get pregnant including coming off birth control, cycle tracking, and lifestyle optimization. As a society, we have normalized the idea of spending most of our reproductive years preventing pregnancy. Then suddenly you make the decision to start trying to get pregnant. There is often not a game plan when it comes to trying to conceive in the most optimal way or what are the warning signs something is wrong. The best way to be prepared for your fertility journey is to understand your body. Listen to this episode if you are on your TTC journey or plan to in the future!

The basics of IVF and the protocol including the goals and how success is measured.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford answers your voicemails about PCOS.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the impact of uterine polyps on fertility treatments like IVF and natural conception. It suggests that removing polyps generally improves pregnancy rates, though timing during IVF cycles may not significantly affect outcomes. Despite this, the author recommends removing polyps before embryo transfer for safety and to maximize chances of success, citing a rare case of cancerous polyp as a cautionary example. Overall, the advice is to err on the side of removing polyps to optimize fertility treatment outcomes.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses why and when it may be time to do IVF. IVF allows us to profoundly change your body and it’s environment. It’s important to remember that the two things that predict IVF success are your ovarian reserve or number of eggs and your age. So timing plays a key role in this decision and it also comes down to why you are in this position.

I am a believer everybody needs to be evaluated to see if they have a polyp, especially if you're doing IVF sometime before you do the embryo transfer. Believe it or not, this is not standard of care. There are definitely practices that I have gotten records from that just do not look. They do not take the time. And why not? I don't know, but it blows my mind.

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.

Dr. Natalie Crawford discusses the data on the impact of marijuana and tobacco use on male and female fertility. Everyone’s body is different therefore will react to their environment differently. Understanding these impacts is crucial for individuals navigating infertility or treatment, as lifestyle choices play a significant role in reproductive health. By staying informed, individuals can make empowered decisions to optimize their chances of success. She also discusses the effect vaping can have on fertility. We work so hard to get the best outcomes, so listen to this episode to learn more about how marijuana and tobacco use can impact fertility outcomes such as genetics, miscarriage, and ectopic pregnancy.

A polyp is a projection of the endometrial glands and stroma. So think about it like the inside layer, that endometrium. Learn more about what polyps are, the symptoms, and how common they are.

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.

Dr. Crawford answers your voicemail questions.