NaPRO Physicians are using new surgeries and treatments for infertility.

There are so many NFP terms that I have decided to create a part 2 to explain more NFP jargon. Let's jump in!

I am writing this blog (or at least beginning to write it) from the cry room of my parish’s church. After another fast and furious Monday morning full of Vacation Bible School drop-off, Aldi’s, tutoring, and more VBS, I am hoping to receive some unmerited grace and Divine inspiration from our Lord ever-present in the tabernacle (grace is always unmerited and unearned as it is pure gift from God, but this time perhaps a little more “unmerited” since I have known that I needed

There are many terms and acronyms associated with Natural Family Planning. For starters, you've got NFP as well as TTC, TTW, TTA, BBT,...

The basic of NFP or Natural Family Planning.

Deciding which form of Natural Family Planning (NFP) to use can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it’s important to find t

If you've used any method of NFP, particularly Creighton Model, for any length of time, I don't think you'll argue with me that there is a great deal of tenacity ( or grit ) involved. One of my favorite definitions of tenacity is: " a persistent pattern of behavior, and a fundamental bias in effort computations by which the costs of effort are devalued, and the value of long-term rewards is emphasized." ( source ) In other words: consistently and persistently making short te

There are 4 ways your vacation can mess up your chart. Find out what they are and how to deal with them.

Miscarriage comes with immense emotional and mental turmoil. The feelings associated with losing a baby can be overwhelming.

It’s the day after Memorial Day, which means summer has officially started! And while I am a huge fan of long, lazy summer days with a lot less crammed into my schedule, charting still remains, and that is something I do not like to be lazy about! Here are my top 3 tips to help your charting stay on point during the summer heat: 1.      Always keep to the observational routine.  Known as Instruction A on the back of your chart, this one is listed first for a reason! With the

The spark of life highlights the beauty in God’s creation from the very beginning of life.

How to have difficult conversations

"When you know so intimately what can go wrong, it's hard to believe everything will be alright."- DOTTIE SODERSTROM

Whether you're new to Creighton Model or an old pro, using this method of understanding your body is an investment of your time, energy, money and patience. We want you to get the most out of that investment and I'm sure you do too! Here are six ways to help you do that: Honesty Within the context of your follow up sessions, there are few things (if any) that are "too personal". Many aspects of your life effect your use of Creighton Model - your eating and drinking habits, y

I struggled with infertility for years due to hormonal contraceptive use, but eventually found hope and healing.

if you are wavering on your resolve to avoid pregnancy during ovulation and the fertile window of your cycle, I would pause and take time to

The emotions of infertility, Creighton chart, and marriage

The joy of the resurrection isn't always noticeable during suffering.

Sometimes you aren't sure if you're trying to avoid a pregnancy or achieve one - and that's OK. Here are some practical things to consider.

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