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A Lifetime of Honeymoons
It's no secret that when using any type of NFP, a period of abstinence is used during the fertile time of a woman’s cycle if the couple...

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
Jul 18, 20233 min read


The Independence of Tracking Your Cycle
Before starting this blog, I want to wish you a very happy Independence Day to you and your family. As I was reflecting on what a July 4th blog post would look like, it struck me that, as Americans, we understand and embrace a culture of independence. It's written in the core of our country and drives everything from bucking political systems to striving for individuality in our clothing, technology, and work. After further reflection, I really started to understand how Ferti

Jenny Ingles, CFCP
Jul 4, 20232 min read


More Important than Centerpieces and Seating Charts
It’s Spring, which means wedding season is upon us! And when it comes to a wedding, most women can probably tell you exactly what they...

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
May 30, 20233 min read


Why mucus matters
The Creighton Model System is all about charting mucus . But what is mucus and why does it matter? Why do we care so much about charting it? Buckle up for a mini anatomy and physiology lesson as I nerd out about mucus. First off, what is mucus? Mucus is a hydrogel (a water based gel). It contains a lot of water, by a lot I mean 92-95%. Once we get to ovulation, that water content increases to 98%. Mucus is produced in the cervix. The cervix is part of the uterus. If we think

Julie McKay, FCP
May 23, 20232 min read


Do I have to??
So you're finally ready to learn a method to learn more about your fertility. You're excited and also nervous. You finally receive all of...

Anna Knape, CFCP
May 16, 20232 min read


Navigating Estrogen Dominance
We all know estrogen is a very important hormone when it comes to the female reproductive system. But, did you know you can have too much...

Daria Bailey, CFCP
May 9, 20234 min read


History of Contraception and Natural Family Planning
On this cold rainy spring Tuesday (at least if you’re reading this in real time in mid-Michigan), I have a little history lesson for you....

Karoline Heldt, CFCP
May 2, 20234 min read


Endometritis and Fertility
There are so many biomarkers that a FertilityCare practitioner can see on a client's chart. and sometimes it can seem impossible to figure out what they are or how to treat them. One vital sign that can be seen is unusual bleeding and brown bleeding, which can be caused by several different things. When a practitioner sees these markers on a chart, we want to get you into see one of our NaPro physicians. They have the ability to conduct a larger variety of tests than a non N

Jessica Kennedy, CFCP
Apr 18, 20232 min read


It's Time to Leave Your Tomb
By the grace of God, we have made it through another Lenten season. We have journeyed forty days through the desert of fasting and...

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
Apr 11, 20232 min read


With Love, a Creighton Practitioner
I’ve had a lot of clients come to me for a number of reasons. Each with their own unique set of circumstances, each with their own unique...

Anna Knape, CFCP
Feb 14, 20233 min read


Do Not Let Anxiety Control Your Charting
I am someone who unfortunately struggles with anxiety. It is been something I've dealt with since I was 15 years old. It comes and goes,...

Daria Bailey, CFCP
Jan 31, 20234 min read


My fertility journey
Everyone’s experience with NFP is unique. Women and couples seek it out for so many different reasons and usually stay with it for...

Karoline Heldt, CFCP
Jan 24, 20235 min read


MTHFR...Wait, What?
In this new age of technology and DNA testing which allows us to find out where our ancestors came from and even medical history...

Jessica Kennedy, CFCP
Jan 18, 20233 min read


Failing to Reach Your Goals?
Last week Natalie discussed New Year's Resolutions and how the busyness of life keeps many of us from doing the things we need to do to...

Jenny Ingles, CFCP
Jan 10, 20236 min read


New Year, New You?
Here we meet again friends, three days into the New Year of 2023. So how are your New Year’s resolutions holding up? If you are a...

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
Jan 3, 20233 min read


Navigating the Holidays - When Your Family Butts in to Your Sex Life
Have you ever had family members who simply could not keep their noses out of your sex life? Or worse, strangers? I've heard stupid...

Jenny Ingles, CFCP
Dec 7, 20224 min read


All the Single Ladies
Queue Beyonce... Maybe you've heard about charting before, or maybe you've thought "oh, learning about my cycles before I'm married probably sounds like something I should do." Or, maybe every time you hear "All the single ladies" played at a wedding you roll your eyes as the DJ calls all of the single women up to dance (I know that I do at least). Whether you're as single as the leaves remaining on the tress in this lovely fall before the brink of winter, or you're in a

Anna Knape, CFCP
Nov 1, 20222 min read


Women’s Health Truth Bomb
If you have been living in the state of Michigan for the last few months, the phrase “women’s health” has become a trigger word for many with voting on Proposal 3 right around the corner. I find myself cringing just typing it. These past few months have been LOUD with many people claiming to know what is best for women. Some truly do, but some are truly lying. As a Fertility Care Center in Michigan concerned with the health of women, it seems not only prudent but absolutely

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
Oct 25, 20223 min read


Why Having Balanced Hormones is SO Important
Here at Groesbeck and on or blog we have talked a lot about hormones and why they are so important to conceiving a baby, helping with...

Daria Bailey, CFCP
Sep 27, 20225 min read


“Fall” Back into the Habits of Good Charting
While the first official day of Fall may not be until next week, it feels like Fall is already here. The cooler temperatures in the...

Natalie Klinkhammer, CFCP
Sep 13, 20223 min read
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