Natalie Crawford, MD

Natalie Crawford, MD Fertility Physician
Host: As a Woman Podcast
YouTube: Natalie Crawford, MD

Instagram: nataliecrawfordmd
Blog: www.nataliecrawfordmd.com
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Dr. Natalie Crawford is a board certified ONGYN and REI (reproductive endocrinologist and infertility) and circle-founder of Fora Fertility, a boutique fertility practice in Austin, Texas. She hosts the As a Woman podcast and promotes fertility awareness and education. Training and Education:

Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, NC

Masters of Sci

ence in Clinical Research
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, NC

Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Texas Southwestern - Dallas, TX

M.D. University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX

B.S. Nutrition Science
Auburn University - Auburn, AL

06/23/2026

In this week’s episode of the As a Woman podcast, I sit down with board-certified pediatrician and bestselling author Dr. Ari Brown to discuss what really happens after you bring your newborn home.

From feeding challenges and sleep deprivation to reflux, colic, and knowing when to call the pediatrician, we break down the realities of early parenthood in a way that helps new parents feel informed instead of overwhelmed. Whether your path to parenthood was straightforward or years in the making, this conversation is designed to replace anxiety with practical, evidence-based guidance.

We cover:
-What to expect during those first days and weeks at home with a newborn
-How feeding, weight loss, and growth are monitored in the early postpartum period
-The difference between normal newborn behavior and signs that warrant a call to your pediatrician
-Why sleep can feel unpredictable and how newborn sleep changes over the first few months
-Common concerns like reflux and colic and what parents should know before assuming something is wrong
-Safe sleep recommendations, swaddling guidelines, and infant sleep safety
-How to choose a pediatrician and build confidence in caring for your baby

Whether you’re expecting, newly postpartum, or simply want to feel more prepared for life with a newborn, this episode offers the reassurance and practical advice every parent deserves.

Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the Learn at Pinnacle app.

06/22/2026

One of the most common questions I get from patients: “Should I keep taking CoQ10 once I get pregnant?”

CoQ10 is often recommended while trying to conceive because of its potential benefits for egg quality and cellular energy production. But once pregnancy is confirmed, the answer becomes less straightforward.

In most cases, I recommend discussing all supplements with your OB-GYN or fertility specialist once you’re pregnant. Just because a supplement is helpful while trying to conceive doesn’t necessarily mean it’s needed during pregnancy.

How do I do it all? Short answer: I don't. I have an incredible support system.Including .tx who has always been support...
06/21/2026

How do I do it all? Short answer: I don't. I have an incredible support system.

Including .tx who has always been supportive of my dreams and doing so much behind the scenes especially through the book writing and the book launch and promotion. I couldn't imagine not having you by my side.

And my dad, who always made me believe I could become anything I wanted. From med school to starting business to writing a book and more, thanks for being a constant voice of support.

To all the dads showing up every single day - Happy Father's Day. And to everyone still waiting for Father's Day to mean more through infertility and loss, sending you lots of love today. 💙

06/21/2026

Ovulation is a finely tuned process that depends on clear communication throughout your body.

Chronic stress can suppress the signals needed to ovulate.
Thyroid dysfunction can disrupt cycle regularity.
Elevated prolactin can shut ovulation down entirely.
PCOS often interferes with brain-ovary communication and delayed or absent ovulation is a symptom.
Inflammation can impair hormone signaling at multiple levels.

If you have any of these, fertility testing matters. You don’t have to wait for problems or struggle first to learn what’s happening hormonally.

Your cycle is a vital sign. When something feels off, it’s worth paying attention and getting the right evaluation.

Keep going.Keep pushing for change.Keep sharing.Keep believing.Keep fighting for what's right.Keep showing up.Keep askin...
06/20/2026

Keep going.
Keep pushing for change.
Keep sharing.
Keep believing.
Keep fighting for what's right.
Keep showing up.
Keep asking questions.
Keep supporting the women around you.

Thank you to for bringing women together today at Mastering Me 3.0. The energy was incredible. It was just what I needed. My heart is full. 🩷❤️

Toronto, you were lovely - I'll be back in the fall for 4.0 all about fertility. Let's stop making women fail first - it is time for a change.

06/20/2026

IVF isn’t just one procedure, it’s a process that takes time, patience, and a lot of waiting. This is where your egg retrieval happens. It happens once follicles are ready, only takes about 15-20 minutes under anesthesia and is step 3/6 in the IVF process.

To learn more about IVF step by step, watch this week’s latest YouTube video or comment YOUTUBE to get a link right to your DMs.

If you are in or about to start the IVF process, I am here for you and sending hugs.

Infertility stole the joy of pregnancy. I kept waiting for something to go wrong. And even though your birth day was any...
06/19/2026

Infertility stole the joy of pregnancy. I kept waiting for something to go wrong. And even though your birth day was anything but smooth (I worked a full day, had decreased fetal movement, then IUGR and non reassuring FHTs leading to an urgent c/s preterm), you were here. It was real.

The journey to you broke me and built me up again, and it forever changed me. To everyone in the midst of infertility or loss, I see you, I am you, you are not alone.

HBD to my rainbow baby. 💛

06/19/2026

Timing matters when you’re trying to conceive.

Your highest chances of pregnancy are the day before ovulation and the day of ovulation. S***m can survive in the reproductive tract for up to five days, but the egg only lives for 24 hours after it’s released. That means having s***m already present and waiting when ovulation occurs gives you the best opportunity for fertilization.

Understanding your cycle and identifying ovulation can help you make the most of your fertile window and optimize your chances of conception.

06/17/2026

These symptoms aren’t random, they’re often signals from your hormones.
• Irregular cycles: Changes in cycle length, missed periods, short luteal phase or unpredictable ovulation can reflect disruptions in ovulation, thyroid, or pituitary hormones.
• Acne: Breakouts, especially along the jawline or chin, can be linked to elevated testosterone, low estrogen, or increased progesterone.

• Hair loss: Thinning hair or increased shedding can occur when estrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormones, or iron levels are off.

• Low libido: A drop in s*x drive is often tied to shifts in estrogen, testosterone, stress hormones, or overall energy balance.

• Fatigue: Low energy, difficulty concentrating, and brain fog are all signs that your estrogen is low or fluctuating.

Your body gives signals before labs confirm a diagnosis. If these symptoms persist, they’re worth investigating rather than ignoring.

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