Fertility Q&A: PMOS (Formerly PCOS), Endometriosis, IUI vs IVF & More

THE FERTILITY FORMULA 👉 https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book Navigating the complex world of reproductive health can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to sort through the confusion alone. In this episode of the As a Woman podcast, Dr. Natalie Crawford and Emily Whitlock answer listener questions about secondary infertility, PMOS (formerly PCOS), endometriosis, ovarian reserve, fertility supplements, and treatment options like IUI and IVF. Together, they break down the science behind common fertility concerns, address persistent myths and misconceptions, and provide practical, evidence-based insights to help you better understand your body, your options, and your fertility journey. What You’ll Learn: The most frequently overlooked genetic blood work that could explain recurrent pregnancy loss and chemical pregnancies. How a progressive inflammatory disruptor can silently trigger secondary infertility as you age. The truth behind a massive social media myth regarding oral contraceptives and underlying ovarian function. Why a specific non-medication supplement option is a game-changer for cellular health and insulin resistance. The critical timeline rules and clinical nuances of utilizing a GLP-1 receptor agonist when planning a pregnancy. Dr. Natalie Crawford, board-certified OB-GYN and REI, answers your fertility and reproductive health questions. 4:04 Could endometriosis develop later and contribute to secondary infertility, even after two natural pregnancies? 5:06 Why are so many women diagnosed with PCOS today, and can birth control cause PCOS? 8:32 Does PCOS have different stages, or is it simply present or absent? 10:15 If nutrients like folic acid and choline are so important, why aren't prenatal vitamins routinely prescribed? 12:05 For a 34-year-old with diminished ovarian reserve but a normal AFC, how many IUIs would you recommend before IVF? 13:26 Who is a good candidate for IUI, and what predicts success? 14:24 If sperm parameters are excellent, does IUI still provide a benefit? 16:12 What role do myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol play in fertility support? 19:43 Can myo-inositol or D-chiro-inositol be taken with a prenatal, and should they be continued during pregnancy? 21:05 Can GLP-1 medications help with PCOS symptoms, and is weight gain or difficulty losing weight part of PCOS? 22:12 What are the best strategies for maintaining weight loss long term? Host Resources: Order The Fertility Formula! ⁠https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book⁠ Newsletter: nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter Instagram:   / nataliecrawfordmd   Youtube Channel:    / @nataliecrawfordmd   Facebook:   / nataliecrawfordmd   Twitter:   / ncrawfordmd   Email: [email protected] Interested in becoming a patient?: http://forafertility.com Earn FREE CE/CME: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. ✅ WATCH NEXT:    • The Rise of Breast Cancer in Young Women w...      • Fertility Q&A: Low AMH, Cycle Syncing Work...      • Failed IVF Cycles      • Can You Have It All? Ambition, Identity, a...   ⏯️ YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE:    • NATURAL FERTILITY      • IVF      • MALE FERTILITY   💖 ABOUT DR. NATALIE CRAWFORD: Fertility doctor, Natalie Crawford, MD, is a double board certified OBGYN and REI and co-founder of Fora Fertility, a boutique fertility practice in Austin, Texas. She is the author of The Fertility Formula, a science-backed guide designed to help women understand their hormones, optimize their health, and take ownership of their fertility on their own terms, whether they're planning for the future or simply want to feel better in their bodies today. Disclaimer: Natalie Crawford, MD is a doctor but she is not your doctor. Infertility is trying to conceive for 1 year or more without pregnancy (if under age 35) and trying for 6 months or more if you are over the age of 35. If your periods are not regular, you should seek medical evaluation with your gynecologist or fertility doctor regardless of how long you have been trying to conceive. 📔 THE FERTILITY FORMULA: Order now: https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book 🏥 FORA FERTILITY: https://www.forafertility.com 715 W 34th Street, Austin, TX 78705 To become a patient: email [email protected] or call 512-956-5006 🎤 THE AS A WOMAN PODCAST: YouTube:    • AS A WOMAN PODCAST   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12IYOLH... #fertility #fertilitydoctor #nataliecrawfordmd #doctor #asawoman Sharing fertility facts to educate women about trying to conceive, getting pregnant, ovulation, fertility treatments, IUI, IVF, becoming a doctor, life as a woman in medicine, and more.