Have you ever thought about getting a lady-comp for natural birth control? While it boasts great effectiveness, there are a few downsides. People ask me all of the time: “Should I splurge on a LadyComp? I see how effective they are and it seems like such an easy natural birth control method!” While LadyComp is… Read More
Ovulation predictor kits: are you getting the info you need?
So what’s the deal with OPKs? Are they really worth it? Will they help you identify ovulation more easily? Though many people choose to use OPKs, either as additional information or as a sole mechanism of ovulation detection, they have many shortcomings. Expensive Only tell you an average of 36 hours before ovulation (generally). Do… Read More
Cloth Pad Pattern
I finally have photographed everything and have a tutorial for you on how to make your very own awesome cloth pads. If you want some info on why to use cloth pads, you can see my post about it here. These are a little different than what you normally see, but I love them so… Read More
Understanding your hormonal cycle
I am loving this video. Avishag Maya is another fertility awareness educator that decided to make a video about our hormones, helping you to understand their roles and how they make you feel by personifying each hormone. It’s a fun one!
The 2 big reasons to learn from a teacher instead of a book
While I often talk about how important it is to learn the sympto-thermal method from a teacher, I do also admit that I may be biased since I teach the method! While that statement is true, I want to try to shed some light on why I do think it is important, as objectively as… Read More
Guest post!
I wrote a guest post for 180degreehealth.com talking about the sympto-thermal method of fertility awareness. I go over what it is, how you can use it, benefits, drawbacks, how it works, and how to learn. Go check it out HERE.
6 extra benefits from charting your cycles
Can you believe that some people chart their cycles even though they don’t need it for birth control? Read on and you will get a glimpse of why they may choose to do that. You may be hesitant about learning about fertility awareness because you think: “It just seems like a lot of work”. Despite… Read More
If you don’t understand cervical fluid now, you’ll hate yourself later
Why cervical fluid is the most important sign of fertility to track Like I promised; why is cervical fluid so important? Many women are drawn to temperature when they start using the sympto-thermal method of fertility awareness because it is: Objective There is only one thing you are looking for (a jump) Shows you almost… Read More
How to check your cervical fluid for natural birth control use
Even though cervical fluid is the most important piece of using the sympto-thermal method, you may be tempted to not focus on it. Why? Confusion! You will have your own certain way your fluid looks, how much you have, and how long you have it for. It can be extremely difficult to just learn and… Read More
4 reasons the sympto-thermal method is green
Why you should choose the sympto-thermal method of fertility awareness if you want a super eco-concious option In honor of earth day, and since I recently posted on menstrual product alternatives, I thought it would be an appropriate time to post about why the sympto-thermal method of fertility awareness should be the method of choice… Read More