Is withdrawal a modern natural family planning method?Name of Office: NCDPC
Withdrawal or coitus interrupts is not a modern method of family planning. Withdrawal is not that effective and may make sexual union less satisfactory for the couple.
Do modern natural family planning methods really work?Name of Office: NCDPC
Modern natural family planning methods can be effective if practiced correctly and consistently. In a study of the cervical mucus method, only 3 percent of women who used the method became pregnant in 1 year.
What is the rhythm/calendar method?Name of Office: NCDPC
The rhythm/calendar method is considered a traditional method of family planning. It is not a modern method and is therefore not being recommended for couples to use. The rhythm method involves counting the days before and after menstruation to predict a woman’s fertile period.
Is modern natural family planning only for highly educated couples?Name of Office: NCDPC
Studies show that couples worldwide, whatever their economic or educational status, can use modern natural family planning methods successfully if they are properly trained and highly motivated.
Is it true that only women with regular cycles can use modern natural family planning methods?Name of Office: NCDPC
Studies show that most women, regardless of cycle regularity, can use modern natural family planning methods as long as they can correctly identify their fertile periods.
