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As a Woman

Natalie Crawford, MDwww.nataliecrawfordmd.com
Dr. Natalie Crawford is a fertility physician at Fora Fertility in Austin, Texas who knows that trying to understand your body and your hormones can be exhausting and overwhelming in the world of medical misinformation and contradicting opinions. She started this podcast to educate and empower, giving people access to the knowledge she's acquired on health and fertility from the comfort of their home, or where ever they choose to listen or watch! From hormone basics to cycle syncing, IVF to perimenopause, we’re breaking down the science and giving you real, practical tools to navigate your health with confidence. You’ll hear from top experts in fertility, nutrition, hormone health, and longevity—as well as real stories from women just like you. Whether you’re trying to conceive, thinking about the future, or simply want to feel better in your body, this podcast was made for you.
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Episodes

018: The Infertile Friend

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about supporting your friends in their fertility journeys. Learn to be that support person by channeling empathy over sympathy. Listen to her discuss what it is like to struggle from infertility and what you should and should not do when your friends are having fertility struggles. Learn to be the best friend you can be, and listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 201925 minSeason 1Ep. 18

017: Confident

Join Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about confidence. To be successful, you must believe in yourself. But where does this belief come rom? Ho can we ind confidence when we are struggling with self-doubt? Learn to lean into your strengths, not be afraid of promoting yourself, and learn to build your confidence as you discover your authentic self. Listen to my her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 201931 minSeason 1Ep. 17

016: Miscarriage and Loss

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about miscarriage. Listen to her talk about the reasons why miscarriages happen and what can be done when a woman has recurrent miscarriages. Listen to her own story about miscarriage and why breaking the stigma behind pregnancy loss is so important. Learn how to support the women in your life who are suffering from pregnancy loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 05, 201939 minSeason 1Ep. 16

015: Motherhood and Medicine

Join Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about what it is like being a mother in medicine. In this episode she is breaking it ll down and talking about when is the best time to have kids in medicine. She is giving you her advice on balance and learn about how to decide what is right for you. Th truth is that there is no perfect time foe everyone, and only you can decide what is right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 201939 minSeason 1Ep. 15

014: The Infertility Consult

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about what to expect with your first infertility consult. Learn when it is time for your infertility evaluation. Listen to what a fertility doctor thinks you need to know before you step into your first visit. What questions should you ask? What should you do to make the most of your first visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 201938 minSeason 1Ep. 14

013: Girl, Quit Your Job

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about quitting. Listen to her give you permission to say no. Learn that leaving something that is not right for you is not a failure. Identify what really matters to you and learn to appreciate your own worth. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 14, 201931 minSeason 1Ep. 13

012: Egg Freezing

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about egg freezing. Learn the basics about freezing your eggs. Listen as she discusses the truth about freezing your eggs and age, success rates, and options. Learn about the steps of the egg freezing process and what questions you should ask about if you are considering preserving your fertility with egg freezing. Listen ti her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 07, 201938 minSeason 1Ep. 12

011: Naturally Infertile

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the fertile lifestyle and optimizing your natural fertility. In this episode, she will discuss natural fertility and your cycles, helping you understand how to optimize how chance of conception each month. Listen to how environmental toxins, diet, and supplements play a role in your fertility, both naturally and in the course of fertility treatments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 201942 minSeason 1Ep. 11

010: Stop Interrupting Me

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about understanding your own worth. Learn how you define your own worth by how you allow others to treat you. Discuss barriers to feeling worthy and believing in yourself. Listen as she discusses strategies to stand up or yourself and understanding that you do have more power than you realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 201928 minSeason 1Ep. 10

009: Infertility 101

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the basics of infertility. In this episode she is talking about infertility: what it is, what can cause it, and when you should see a specialist. Learn about the basics of a fertility evaluation and different fertility treatments. What are your questions about infertility? Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17, 201949 minSeason 1Ep. 9

008: The Problem with Perfection

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the problem with perfection. In this episode, she is asking if you are a barrier to your own success. Are you setting yourself up for failure and sabotaging your own happiness? Learn about how perfectionism is the fuel for imposter syndrome and how to feel confident when you give your best effort and are not perfect. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10, 201932 minSeason 1Ep. 8

007: The Menstrual Cycle, Period.

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the stigma of the menstrual cycle and learn about how hormones control our body. Educate yourself about what is normal, what is not normal, and when you should be concerned, because you can't understand your fertility if you don't start at the beginning. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 03, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 7

006: Plant Based Nutrition: Your Heart with Dr. Danielle Belardo

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford with special guest, cardiologist Dr. Daniella Belardo, as they talk about plant based nutrition for women. Learn about heart disease and how you can modify your risks by controlling what you eat and how you care for your body. Learn more about how whole food, plant based eating can be incorporated into your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24, 201951 minSeason 1Ep. 6

005: The Contingent Life

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the contingent life. Are you currently living a life of contingency and always waiting for the next thing to happen before feeling relief or happiness? Learn about delayed gratification and how to break out of the constant pitfalls holding you back from living in the moment. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 17, 201932 minSeason 1Ep. 5

004: Age and Fertility

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the number one question she gets asked as a fertility doctor: when should I have kids? Learn about your fertility, understand how age impacts reproduction, and discuss when an evaluation by a fertility specialist is recommended. Even if you already have kids, learn more about what your friends may be going through. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 10, 201934 minSeason 1Ep. 4

003: The Bias of Gender

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about gender bias. Hear stories from other women, understand how subconscious bias and subtle discrimination can have lasting impacts on women, and learn how to stand up for yourself and for others. Listen to her challenge for you this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 03, 201932 minSeason 1Ep. 3

002: Mean Girl in Recovery

Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she walks you through her take on being a mean girl in recovery. In this episode, she discusses why women hold each other back, and join us in learning to put jealousy on the back burner and instead celebrate, promote, and amplify the success of others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 201928 minSeason 1Ep. 2

001: What is Your Goal?

As a Woman is the podcast hosted by fertility physician Natalie Crawford, MD to educate and empower women. Each week learn about your health, your fertility, and how they relate to your true self. Become a part of the community fostering collaboration over competition while learning how to authentically find your voice and amplify others as a woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15, 201921 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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