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Natural Birth Control Methods

Natural contraceptive methods are discussed. Learn about withdrawal, fertility awareness (also known as the Rhythm Method), outercourse, and continuous breastfeeding. Information provided includes definitions, pros and cons, effectiveness, STD protection, and cost.
Can I Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding? The Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
Can I get pregnant while breastfeeding? Learn how breastfeeding may offer protection against pregnancy. The Lactational Amenorrhea Method or LAM is an effective natural contraceptive for woman who have given birth less than six months ago.
Natural Family Planning (NFP)
Natural family planning (NFP) or fertility awareness is a natural birth control method, and an approach to use when planning a family when trying to become pregnant.
Withdrawal
Information about what the withdrawal method of contraception is, its effectiveness, and some of the advantages and disadvantages of using it as birth control.
Natural Contraceptive Methods
Information about the most common forms of natural and behavioral contraceptives. Defintion of natural birth control as well as descriptions of each contraceptive method falling under this category.
Preventing Failure with the Fertility Awareness Method
Natural family planning is a behavioral contraceptive method. Read tips for increasing success while using fertility awareness methods.
Book Review: Taking Charge of Your Fertility
Taking Charge of Your Fertility: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control and Pregnancy Achievement and Reproductive Health, by Toni Weschler. This book is an excellent resource and illustrated guide to the empowering Fertility Awareness Method of birth control. It includes information on Natural Family Planning and offers solutions and instructions on managing one’s fertility.
Effectiveness of Natural Birth Control Methods
A comparison of the effectiveness of natural contraceptives. Compare how each of these methods are in preventing pregnancy.
Natural Family Planning
Learn more about how to use natural family planning methods to prevent unintended pregnancies.
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