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Fertility Awareness / Natural Family Planning Directory
Fertility awareness or natural family planning is the preferred choice of many couples that do not want to use birth control to avoid pregnancy or medicine and other assistive reproductive technologies to get pregnant. It requires an awareness of the changes that take place during the menstrual cycle in order to time intercourse to avoid or try for a pregnancy. For fertility awareness to be effective, women should use several methods of determining when they ovulate. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about Fertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning, how fertility awareness can assist fertility, methods of determining ovulation, and much more.
Medical Reference
Frequently Asked Questions About Infertility
Frequently asked questions about infertility.
Ejaculation Disorders in Men
Ejaculation disorders are common sexual problems in men. Find out more.
Preserving Fertility During Breast Cancer Treatment
WebMD explains how breast cancer treatment affects fertility.
The Basics of Infertility
WebMD's guide to the causes of infertility in men and women.
Features
Are You Ready for Pregnancy
The night before I went into labor, I came down with a severe case of jitters.
Myths and Facts about Male Infertility
Problems with infertility are equally due to male and female conditions. Here are some causes and tips regarding male infertility.
Sex on a Schedule
For infertile couples, it's often doctor's orders: Have lots of sex. As great as that may sound, it can be difficult.
How Breast Cancer Affects Fertility
What there is to know about having a baby when you have breast cancer.
Video
Slideshows & Images
Slideshow: Fertility & Ovulation: Facts to Help You Get Pregnant
Trying to get pregnant? See how ovulation and fertility work so you can boost your chances of conception.
Your Birth Control Options
See the mechanics, side effects, and failure rates for common birth control methods in this illustrated slideshow. Withdrawal, hormones, the IUD, and many more are explained with pictures.