{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"What every woman should know about fertility, hormonal health and advocating for herself with Dr. Natalie Crawford","description":"  In this episode, we\u2019re diving deep into women\u2019s health, fertility, and empowerment with one of the most trusted voices in reproductive medicine, Dr. Natalie Crawford \u2014 a board-certified OB\/GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, educator, and advocate for women understanding their own bodies.   If you\u2019ve ever felt overwhelmed by fertility advice, confused by your cycle, or frustrated by the lack of answers, this conversation is going to be a game-changer.   Natalie opens up about her own journey through recurrent pregnancy loss, the science of hormones, and why your period is truly a vital sign of your health.&amp;nbsp;   She breaks down:   The truth about your menstrual cycle: &amp;nbsp;why your period is a vital sign and what it reveals about your overall health.  The connection between brain, body, and hormones: how your hypothalamus and pituitary communicate with your ovaries \u2014 and what happens when that system is disrupted.  Egg quality vs. age: &amp;nbsp;why fertility isn\u2019t just about how many eggs you have, but how healthy they are \u2014 and the lifestyle factors that can improve them.  How to track your cycle effectively: &amp;nbsp;the difference between apps, basal body temperature, LH testing, and what\u2019s truly worth your time.  What it means to live hormonally healthy: &amp;nbsp;Dr. Crawford\u2019s science-backed approach to balancing inflammation, insulin resistance, stress, sleep, and nutrition.  Toxic exposures and endocrine disruptors: &amp;nbsp;practical ways to reduce everyday chemicals that can affect your fertility and hormones.  Reframing control and cultivating resilience: &amp;nbsp;how to find empowerment in the fertility process, even when the outcome is uncertain.    This episode isn\u2019t just about fertility \u2014 it\u2019s about self-advocacy, empowerment, and redefining what it means to live well. Let\u2019s dive in. &amp;nbsp;  Visit Dr. Crawford's website  As a Woman Podcast&amp;nbsp;  Dr. Crawford\u2019s YouTube&amp;nbsp;  Follow Dr. Crawford on Instagram   PREORDER - The Fertility Formula&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;  Connect with me on Instagram&amp;nbsp;  ShopMy - What I\u2019m Loving Lately&amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Figuring It Out","author_url":"http:\/\/howwelllive.libsyn.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38922085\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195149735"}