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A wraparound view of what modern, evidence-based fertility awareness methods are and how they work, through video interviews with FAM experts, reviews of the latest scientific research, and real-life stories.

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June 9, 2023

What are FAMs? A Natural Womanhood Exclusive Video Interview with Dr. Marguerite Duane, MD, of FACTS

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byGrace Emily Stark

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April 14, 2023

How Fertility Awareness fights body ignorance

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June 23, 2022

How do I know if my fertility awareness method will actually help me avoid pregnancy?

When women first make the jump to using a Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) for

byCassondra Moriarty

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December 18, 2021

Is FAM Really Natural Birth Control?

When I first got off the pill and started using a Fertility Awareness Method

byCassondra Moriarty

October 13, 2021

The Complete Guide to Fertility Awareness Methods

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July 16, 2021

Fertility Awareness Methods are all about Following the Science: An Interview with Dr. Mike Manhart, PhD

As a PhD in microbiology with a successful “first” career as the director

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September 18, 2020

FAM Basics: What is a Fertility Awareness Method, and how do you start charting with a FAM?

It’s a big enough step to decide to switch to a Fertility Awareness Method

byCassondra Moriarty

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February 12, 2020

Who’s Afraid of Fertility Awareness? How to Tackle Your Fears about Using a FAM

Fertility awareness methods (FAM) are often described as an empowering way to

byJulia Hogan-Werner, LCPC

September 14, 2019

The New York Times Publishes a Fertility Awareness-Positive Article

Fertility awareness methods (FAM), also known as modern methods of natural

byGabriella Patti

July 13, 2019

Good news! You can use fertility awareness methods even if your cycles are irregular

“Fertility Awareness-Based Methods only work if you have regular periods

byCassondra Moriarty

February 15, 2019

Can You Chart While on The Pill? Maybe, But It’s Complicated.

Are you a woman on the Pill, patch, shot, or IUD who is interested in learning

byGrace Emily Stark

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