Natural Contraception and Fertility Awareness
Contraception is closely linked to the menstrual cycle, hormonal health, and individual circumstances. Fertility awareness methods (FAMM) offer a non-hormonal, physiology-based approach to contraception, grounded in cycle observation and understanding.
When taught and applied correctly, these methods support informed decision-making and shared responsibility, without relying on hormonal side effects. They allow individuals and couples to engage actively with their fertility, in a way that respects the body’s natural rhythms.
Understanding contraception through fertility awareness
Fertility awareness methods are based on the observation and interpretation of biological signs of fertility, including cervical mucus, basal body temperature, and cervical changes.
These signs reflect the fertile and infertile phases of the cycle and allow for informed decisions during the fertile window, whether through abstinence or the use of barrier methods.
Understanding how fertility fluctuates throughout the cycle supports a cycle-aware approach to contraception, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
How fertility awareness supports natural contraception
Through fertility awareness, you learn to:
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identify fertile and infertile days across your cycle,
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recognise normal variations and adapt when cycles change,
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understand when additional caution is needed,
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apply the method confidently and consistently over time.
This approach supports autonomy and shared responsibility, while remaining flexible to life stages such as postpartum, breastfeeding, or after stopping hormonal contraception.
Being supported in learning fertility awareness for contraception
Learning fertility awareness is a process. Support helps ensure that observations are accurate, interpretations are sound, and confidence develops gradually. Through accompaniment, you are supported to:
1. Learn to accurately chart fertility sign
We work together to establish clear, manageable charting habits adapted to your rhythm and daily life.
2. Understand and apply contraceptive guidelines
You progressively become familiar with established fertility awareness protocols and how to apply them securely.
3. Develop a contraceptive approach that suits you
Understanding your cycle allows you to make informed choices about how to manage fertile days in a way that aligns with your needs and values.
4. Build confidence and autonomy over time
Your charts are reviewed, questions are addressed, and skills are consolidated until you feel confident and independent.
Contraception at different life stages
Fertility awareness can be adapted to different phases of reproductive life, including:
🔁 after stopping hormonal contraception,
🤱 during the postpartum period and breastfeeding,
🔄 with irregular or changing cycles, as well as normal, healthy regular cycles,
🌸 from the first period through to menopause
Support helps interpret these transitions and adjust practice accordingly.
Être accompagnée dans le choix de la contraception
Choosing contraception can raise many questions, particularly when priorities change or previous methods are no longer suitable.
Support can help clarify options, understand how your cycle is responding, and make choices that align with your health, values, and life context—working alongside medical care when appropriate.
Explore support options
If you would like support with natural contraception and fertility awareness, two types of accompaniment are available, depending on your needs and level of experience.
👉 🌿 8-session support programme
A structured and progressive programme offering guidance, continuity, and support over time.
👉 🔹 Single support consultation
A focused, one-off consultation, suitable if you have a specific question or are seeking targeted support.