Praise for The Fertility Formula

“Fertility isn’t luck. It’s knowledge, awareness, and empowerment. In The Fertility Formula, double board–certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down what every woman should know about her hormones, cycle, and reproductive health but was never taught. Grounded in science and empathy, this book gives you the tools to understand your body, protect your fertility, and take control of your future.”

• Dr. Mary Claire Haver, board certified OB-GYN and bestselling author of The New Menopause

“Dr. Natalie Crawford has written the book I wish every woman had from the very beginning of her reproductive life. The Fertility Formula is not just about getting pregnant—it’s about understanding your body, your hormones, your health, and your options. She hands us the agency we have always deserved, guiding us toward a future where we can make informed choices for ourselves. This book is power. This book is permission. This book is a lifeline for women who are ready to take control of their own story.”  

• Jen Hatmaker 5x NY Times bestselling author and host of the For the Love Podcast 

"For any woman wanting to conceive, The Fertility Formula has the insights to help unlayer the complexities, the fears, and gives actionable insight and hope. Dr Natalie Crawford shines as an expert clinician, but with the human softness to unpack the confusion and create clarity for all. I highly recommend this book to the many women (and their partners) who are seeking answers and guidance from a true, compassionate expert."

• Stacy T. Sims, PhD, author of Roar and Next Level

“In The Fertility Formula, Dr. Natalie Crawford MD makes it clear how to assess and optimize your reproductive and hormone health. The roadmap she provides is based on her extensive clinical experience with thousands of patients, each of whom arrived to her with different histories, hopes and needs. The Fertility Formula is not only crucial  for those who are planning to have children, it should be read by every woman-- regardless of age or reproductive goals, because of the close relationship that exists between hormone and general health, especially in women. The Fertility Formula is going to vastly improve and indeed save countless lives, and surely create many new ones as well!”

• Dr. Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., Stanford School of Medicine & Host of the Huberman Lab Podcast

“I am so excited to be able to refer my readers to The Fertility Formula by Dr. Crawford . It’s such an accessible guide, not just for those dealing with fertility issues, but those wanting to be proactive with their family-building. By using a wholistic approach to diagnosing the root cause of a problem, she covers the overall health of both women and their partners, including evidence-based recommendations about nutrition and other complementary therapies that really should be part of any excellent clinician’s therapeutic options. I also love her use of analogies to explain complicated principles. And the fact that she was so honest about her own fertility challenges makes her that much more credible and sensitive to the concerns of her readers and patients. Kudos for a fabulous book!”

• Toni Weschler, MPH, Author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility and co-creator of the cycle tracking app, Cyclisity

As a surgeon and longevity doctor, I’ve long believed that our menstrual cycle is not a mystery to be endured but a vital sign—one of the clearest indicators of our metabolic health, hormonal balance, and overall well-being. In The Fertility Formula, Dr. Natalie Crawford demystifies this truth with science-backed clarity, compassion, and deeply practical steps that every woman deserves to know. Her evidence-based approach to optimizing reproductive health fills a gap that has existed for far too long, and I can honestly say I would have loved to have a book like this when I was hoping to have children. Dr. Crawford has created a truly empowering guide that helps women understand their bodies and take confident action in one of the most important aspects of their health.

• Vonda Wright MD, MS, board certified orthopedic surgeon and New York Times best selling author of Unbreakable

“The Fertility Formula makes a powerful case for a proactive, anti-inflammatory approach to fertility -- and to health itself. Dr. Natalie Crawford shows how healing the gut, calming inflammation, and syncing your rhythm can help you take control of your reproductive future. A bold and necessary roadmap for thriving reproductive health and overall well-being.”

• Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI, Gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of Plant Powered Plus

“Natalie Crawford, MD, has written the book I wish every patient—and every clinician—had years ago. The Fertility Formula is honest, practical, and deeply empowering, giving readers the knowledge and confidence they need to understand their bodies and advocate for their fertility with clarity and compassion. The Fertility Formula provides a fertility roadmap that is both an actionable checklist and a deeply evidence-based guide. She helps readers understand the ‘why’ behind every recommendation, helping women truly understand—and take control of—their fertility.”

• Lora Shahine, MD, board certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, author, host of the Brave and Curious podcast 

“Women are taught to treat fertility like a coin toss — something you get lucky with or not. In The Fertility Formula, Dr. Natalie Crawford makes clear just how culturally harmful this thinking is. Crawford gives women the language and agency to approach their fertility with care and control — Amen to that!”

• Dr. Pooja Lakshmin MD, psychiatrist and author of Real Self-Care 

The Fertility Formula goes far beyond getting pregnant—it teaches you to understand your body so deeply no one can dismiss your experience again. With expert clarity and genuine allyship, Dr. Crawford breaks down hormones, cycles, and reproductive health in a way every woman deserves. If you’ve ever felt dismissed or told to “just relax,” this practical and empowering guide is your antidote to confusion, shame, and silence.

• Dr. Kelly Casperson, board certified urologist and author of The Menopause Moment

"A comprehensive guide to the science behind hormones and conception, including the role of lifestyle factors such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep. An absolute must-read for anyone looking to understand and optimize their fertility!"

• Karen Tang, MD, board certified gynecologist and author of It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (but Were Never Told)   

“Dr. Natalie Crawford’s The Fertility Formula is an empowering, science-backed guide that every woman deserves. She brilliantly bridges medical expertise with compassion, helping women truly understand and optimize their fertility at every stage. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking clarity and control over their reproductive health.”

• Kayla Barnes-Lentz, Longevity Expert and Host of The Longevity Optimization Podcast

“I am so excited to be able to refer my readers to The Fertility Formula by Dr. Crawford . It’s such an accessible guide, not just for those dealing with fertility issues, but those wanting to be proactive with their family-building. By using a wholistic approach to diagnosing the root cause of a problem, she covers the overall health of both women and their partners, including evidence-based recommendations about nutrition and other complementary therapies that really should be part of any excellent clinician’s therapeutic options. I also love her use of analogies to explain complicated principles. And the fact that she was so honest about her own fertility challenges makes her that much more credible and sensitive to the concerns of her readers and patients. Kudos for a fabulous book!”

• Toni Weschler, MPH, Author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility and co-creator of the cycle tracking app, Cyclisity

“In The Fertility Formula, Dr. Natalie Crawford dismantles outdated myths about reproductive health and presents a compelling case for an anti-inflammatory approach to fertility. This book will change your life.”

• Rebecca Fett, author of the bestselling fertility book It Starts with the Egg

“A must read for those contemplating conception, or amidst infertility care. Dr Crawford beautifully formulates an approachable guide to both optimize natural fertility, whilst supporting those experiencing infertility with a deeper understanding of infertility testing, diagnoses and treatment. She empowers her readers with evidence based recommendations, shared by fertility specialists throughout the country, such that by simply reading this book, one may approach their future fertility (and care) with confidence.”

• Stephanie Gustin, MD, board certified OB-GYN and REI, owner of Heartland Fertility