As a Woman

Dr. Natalie Crawford is joined by nurse practitioner, creator, and advocate, Katie Duke, for a deeply honest conversation about fertility, career, and taking control of your future. Katie opens up about her egg freezing journey from the emotional highs and lows to the unexpected medical hurdles and everything in between. 1. Understanding Egg Freezing - What is egg freezing? - Misconceptions about fertility and timing - The importance of reproductive autonomy 2. Navigating Fertility Clinics - The difference between clinical approaches - Red flags in medical care - Importance of personalized medical experiences 3. Personal Fertility Journey - Katie's decision to freeze eggs at 36 - Challenges with different fertility centers 4. Empowerment and Choice - Owning your reproductive decisions - Breaking the stigma around fertility conversations - Encouraging women to explore their options Follow Katie Duke on Instagram ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/drshievag/]@thekatieduke [https://www.instagram.com/thekatieduke/] Check out her website https://www.katiedukeonline.com/ [https://www.katiedukeonline.com/] Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter [http://nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content, and freebies If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd [https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd/],⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie’s YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD [https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD]⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility [http://forafertility.com]. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education%20]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at learnatpinnacle.com [http://learnatpinnacle.com]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the essential information about fertility testing, empowering women to understand their reproductive health. Learn when to get tested, what tests reveal, and how to advocate for yourself in your fertility journey. Key Topics: 1. When to Get Fertility Testing -Guidelines for testing based on age -Signs you should seek testing earlier -Importance of not waiting for a referral 2. Male Fertility Evaluation -Semen analysis basics -Impact of testosterone on fertility -What a sperm test reveals 3. Female Fertility Testing -AMH and ovarian reserve explained -Hormone level testing -Ultrasound and anatomical evaluations 4.Understanding Your Results -What tests can and cannot tell you -Interpreting ovarian reserve numbers -Questions to ask your doctor Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter [http://nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content and freebies If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie’s YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD [https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD]⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility [http://forafertility.com]. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education%20]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at learnatpinnacle.com [http://learnatpinnacle.com]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Dr. Natalie Crawford and Dr. Shieva Ghofrany dive into the often-unspoken world of women's sexual health. From hormonal changes to relationship dynamics, this episode breaks down the science and stigma surrounding libido, offering candid insights and empowering advice for women at every life stage. Key Topics: 1. Hormones and Sex Drive - The role of testosterone, estrogen, and cortisol - How hormonal changes impact intimacy 2. Perimenopause and Sexual Health - Recognizing hormonal transitions  - Managing libido changes 3. Medical Insights - Contraception and sexual side effects - Vaginal health and non-hormonal options 4. Empowerment and Self-Care  - Breaking down shame and stigma  - Loving your body through different life stages Follow Dr. Shieva Ghofrany on Instagram ⁠@drshievag⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/drshievag/] Check out her website to learn more about Dr. Shieva Ghofrany and her practice. h⁠ttps://www.drshievag.com/⁠ [https://www.drshievag.com/] Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter [http://nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content and freebies. If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Natalie’s YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD [https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD]⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility [http://forafertility.com]. Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠ [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education%20]to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at learnatpinnacle.com [http://learnatpinnacle.com]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Dr. Natalie Crawford, double board certified OBGYN and REI, provides an in-depth roadmap for anyone preparing to start their pregnancy journey, covering everything from fertility tracking to preconception health. Key Topics Covered: 1. Birth Control and Fertility Transition - When and how to stop different birth control methods - Impact of birth control on fertility - Recommended waiting periods before trying to conceive - Hormonal vs. non-hormonal contraception effects 2. Fertility Tracking Methods - Understanding the fertile window - Cervical mucus monitoring - Basal body temperature tracking - Ovulation predictor kits (OPKs) -Pros and cons of different tracking techniques 3. Age and Fertility Considerations - Fertility potential by age group - When to seek fertility evaluation - Egg quality and reproductive aging - Recommended timelines for conception attempts 4. Preconception Health Preparation - Importance of prenatal vitamins - Lifestyle modifications for fertility - Nutrition and diet recommendations - Exercise and stress management strategies -Male health considerations 5. Preconception Medical Preparation - Scheduling preconception consultations - Essential medical screenings Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter [http://nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to receive updates, Q&A, special content and freebies If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@nataliecrawfordmd,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Natalie's YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD [https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD]⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fora Fertility [http://forafertility.com]. ⁠Join the Learn at Pinnacle app [https://learnatpinnacle.com/education] ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠ [learnatpinnacle.com/podcast]! Learn more about Pinnacle at ⁠learnatpinnacle.com [http://learnatpinnacle.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Welcome to As a Woman: Fertility, Hormones, and Health. We are so excited to share season 3 of the podcast! If you haven't already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd [https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd/], check out Natalie's YouTube Channel, Natalie Crawford MD, and if you are interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility [https://www.forafertility.com/]. As a Woman is part of the Pinnacle Podcast network. Learn more here! [learnatpinnacle.com/podcast] Want free CE Credit? Join the Learn at Pinnacle App [learnatpinnacle.com/education] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]