About this episode
Dr. Natalie Crawford, a board-certified OBGYN and REI, guides listeners through the often misunderstood world of pregnancy loss. Using both her professional knowledge and personal insights, she helps you gain confidence in understanding this experience, whether you’re facing it yourself or supporting someone who is. Find out what’s actually happening, why it matters, and the important steps you can take next. Key Topics: 1. What Is Pregnancy Loss? - Common types of pregnancy loss and what the medical terms mean - Why pregnancy loss happens more frequently than most people realize - Dispelling shame and myths 2. Navigating the Emotional Experience - The wide range of feelings and reactions people may have. - Encouraging openness and seeking support from loved ones. - Why it’s okay to grieve in your own way and at your own pace. 3. Understanding the Causes - Overview of possible reasons, from genetics to physical health - How hormones and biology can impact pregnancy. - Emphasizing that many factors are beyond one’s control 4. Management & Healing - What to expect medically: natural healing, medication options, and procedures. - The importance of follow-up care and monitoring. - Pathways to recovery and when to consider further evaluation. Pre-order Dr. Crawford's debut book, The Fertility Formula, now! https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book Want to receive my weekly newsletter? Sign up at nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter to receive updates, Q&A, special content, and freebies If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Tuesday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd , check out Natalie’s YouTube channel Natalie Crawford MD , and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Fora Fertility . Join the Learn at Pinnacle app to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode! This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at http://learnatpinnacle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices