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I DON’T USE HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL 👇

I quit birth control 8 months ago and will never look back🙅🏻‍♀️

I had been using the copper IUD for 3 years. I loved it until I didn't love it.

I was dealing with

🥱Fatigue, exhaustion

😡Severe PMS symptoms

😭Mental health struggles

🥚Ovarian cysts

😵Strong body odor

💩Constipation

💥Low abdominal + back pain

And maybe you are feeling this way too and have other symptoms and pain!

Or maybe you are nervous about how it could be affecting your health!

The fertility awareness method (FAM) is an all natural form of birth control that has 99% success rate when used correctly to avoid unwanted pregnancy. It's also an excellent way to plan for a baby too! 🤰🏻

I've been using it successfully for 8 months and if I could go back in time to make the choice to never have used birth control of any form - I WOULDN’T!

✅No more freaking out about when you are ovulating.

✅No more feeling insecure about how your body is responding to your hormones.

✅No more guessing when your period is going to come and if it's late if you are pregnant.

The FAM will give you a serious confidence boost and make you feel so much more in control of your cycle and your life! 😍

Do you want to learn how to start using the FAM for birth control? Tell me below!

2023/7/24 Edited to

For many women, the choice of birth control can lead to various health issues, including fatigue, severe PMS symptoms, and other discomforts. Hormonal birth control, while effective, may have side effects that affect overall well-being. The Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) offers a natural alternative, allowing individuals to understand their cycles while maintaining health. FAM involves tracking basal body temperature, cervical mucus, and menstrual cycle phases to predict ovulation and identify fertile days. Studies have shown it to be 99% effective when practiced correctly. Not only does FAM empower women during their reproductive years, but it also serves as a viable option for those planning a family. Additionally, FAM encourages healthy conversations between partners about reproductive health and family planning. Implementing this method might initially seem complex, but numerous apps and resources are available to guide users. If you’re struggling with birth control side effects or are simply looking for a more natural way to manage your reproductive health, consider exploring FAM. It promotes better body awareness and can lead to more informed decisions about your health and fertility. Interested in learning more about FAM? There are many online resources, community support groups, and guides available to help you get started on this journey towards a more natural approach to birth control.

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yup !!!! i use natural cycles and i love it

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