What every woman should know about fertility, hormonal health and advocating for herself with Dr. Natalie Crawford
Release Date: 11/06/2025
How to figure out anything: get honest, get clear, get to work
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Are you feeling tired, irritable, or struggling with brain fog and weight gain? We’re often told these symptoms are just a normal part of aging, but what if they don’t have to be? In this episode, we sit down with CarolAnn Tutera, CEO of SottoPelle Therapy, to demystify Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). CarolAnn Tutera shares the fascinating history of how her late husband, Dr. Gino Tutera, revolutionized hormone therapy by individualizing pellet dosing to match each patient’s unique needs. We discuss the critical importance of getting baseline lab work...
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What I’m Loving Lately: A Giveaway, Nostalgia, and the Joy of Slowing Down
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In this solo episode, I talk about how I’ve been super nostalgic lately – like, listening to DMB kind of nostalgic and what I think it means. I also talk about slowing down, procrastinating on my performance review, and why I’m into the simple things. I use my nostalgic feelings to figure out why looking back on the past can actually help us understand what we need right now, and how those feelings can point us toward more joy, clarity, and change. I also share my “What I’m Loving Lately” favorites and the details about a fun giveaway! The value of performance...
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The Egg Whisperer’s Guide to Fertility with Dr. Aimee
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I loved this conversation with Dr. Aimee, also known as the Egg Whisperer. She’s so real, honest, authentic and dedicated. In our conversation she shares practical insights, innovative treatments, and inspiring stories to empower women on their fertility journeys. Whether you're just starting or deep into treatment, this episode offers invaluable advice for building your family. We cover: The importance of activity and lifestyle habits for fertility Debunking myths around fertility treatments and advice Essential lab markers everyone should know The role of...
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What it really means to ‘get hot’ for summer
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In this episode, I have an honest reflection on summer, confidence, and the pressure to “glow up” for the season. Fresh off a two-week holiday and a very real podcast-recording scramble, I talk about feeling the pull of appearance-focused messaging, the way social media shapes self-perception, and why true confidence goes far beyond how we look. I explore what I think it really means to feel good in your body, from setting realistic body goals to eating in a way that supports both health and freedom. I also share the internal practices that have helped me build...
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A holistic approach to navigating fertility with Grace @the_fertilitynutritionist
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed or overlooked during your fertility journey? Does something feel ‘off’ but you don’t feel heard? Countless other women feel the same way. It’s not our doctor’s fault, they want us to get pregnant too, but the system isn’t set-up to consider prevention in their standard of care. In this conversation, I sit down with Grace of @fertilitynutritionist on Instagram to discuss the multifaceted aspects of fertility including overlooked signs, cutting edge tests and personalized strategies that can optimize your chances naturally or...
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I’m back! Kitchen renovations, work-life, and summer vacation
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Trimester Zero: How WeNatal's Ronit Menashe Got Pregnant Naturally at 42 After Miscarriage — and What the Fertility Industry Isn't Telling You
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In this episode of Figuring It Out, I sit down with Ronit Menashe — co-founder of WeNatal, former and functional medicine advocate — for an honest and empowering conversation about fertility, egg quality, and preconception health. Ronit opens up about her own heartbreaking experience: a missed miscarriage at 12 weeks, a doctor who told her it was "just her age," and the moment she decided to stop listening to the conventional narrative and start doing the research herself. What she found changed everything — and ultimately led to her conceiving naturally at 42, without IVF, and later...
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Why modern relationships are so hard, resolving conflict, creating secure relationships, and how to make it work with Elizabeth Earnshaw (Rerun)
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With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, I’ve been thinking a lot about love…not the chemistry sparking lust….but real love. What does it feel like? What makes it last? And how do you maintain your intimate relationships in a modern world. In my wedding speech, I said that love isn’t a grand gesture but the actions you take daily. I don’t think I’m naturally good in relationships – I put a lot thought and intention into how I communicate and treat my husband and today’s guest was so helpful on my journey to being ready to meet my person. ...
info_outlineIn this episode, we’re diving deep into women’s health, fertility, and empowerment with one of the most trusted voices in reproductive medicine, Dr. Natalie Crawford — a board-certified OB/GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, educator, and advocate for women understanding their own bodies.
If you’ve 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.
She breaks down:
- The truth about your menstrual cycle: 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 — and what happens when that system is disrupted.
- Egg quality vs. age: why fertility isn’t just about how many eggs you have, but how healthy they are — and the lifestyle factors that can improve them.
- How to track your cycle effectively: the difference between apps, basal body temperature, LH testing, and what’s truly worth your time.
- What it means to live hormonally healthy: Dr. Crawford’s science-backed approach to balancing inflammation, insulin resistance, stress, sleep, and nutrition.
- Toxic exposures and endocrine disruptors: practical ways to reduce everyday chemicals that can affect your fertility and hormones.
- Reframing control and cultivating resilience: how to find empowerment in the fertility process, even when the outcome is uncertain.
This episode isn’t just about fertility — it’s about self-advocacy, empowerment, and redefining what it means to live well. Let’s dive in.
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