• Women learn to recognize when they can get pregnant by taking temperature daily, checking cervical mucus daily, and keeping a record of their periods.
  
   

• Special classes are needed to learn the method.
• Natural Family Planning—users do not have intercourse during fertile time if pregnancy is not desired.
• Fertility Awareness Method—users can use a barrier method of birth control during fertile time if pregnancy is not desired.
  
   

• No major health concerns.
• Also helpful in planning pregnancy.
  
   

• Must check temperature and mucus every day.
• No protection against STIs/HIV.
  

Effectiveness: 80% - 98%

More information on Natural Family Planning.