About this episode

Rena Malik, MD and Dr. Natalie Crawford discuss women's fertility, debunk myths, and provide practical advice for improving reproductive health.

In this episode, Rena Malik, MD is joined by Dr. Natalie Crawford to explore the complex world of women’s fertility and reproductive health. Together, they break down key topics including fertility myths, the impact of lifestyle and environmental factors, the limitations of ovulation apps, and the importance of menstrual cycles and AMH testing as health biomarkers. Listeners will learn practical ways to improve fertility, decode red flags in their cycles, and empower themselves to make informed decisions about their reproductive futures. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:02:21 Fertility Rates Are Falling Worldwide00:07:15 Why Your Period Is a Vital Sign00:16:02 Best Ways to Track Ovulation and Cycle Health00:21:16 Birth Control, AMH, and Egg Reserve Myths00:33:05 Hormone Testing Mistakes and Fertility Misinformation00:41:05 Five Lifestyle Changes That Improve Fertility01:07:32 Testosterone, Egg Quality, and Fertility With Age01:28:15 Egg Freezing, IVF, Endometriosis, and Treatment Options01:50:20 Dr. Crawford’s Fertility Journey and…

People in this episode

Host: Rena Malik, MD

Guest: Dr. Natalie Crawford

Topics covered

• women's fertility
• reproductive health
• fertility myths
• lifestyle factors
• ovulation tracking
• menstrual cycles
• AMH testing

Keywords

• fertility
• reproductive health
• ovulation
• AMH testing
• menstrual cycles
• lifestyle changes
• egg quality

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