Where You Can Learn About
It?
NFP instruction is offered by certified
instructors in a variety of formats at many locations
in the Archdiocese. All programs provide instruction,
individual assistance with chart interpretation,
telephone consultations, and long term follow-up.
Each program has its own fee schedule, which is inclusive
of instruction, materials and follow-up. Alternative
payment arrangements are available. Pre-registration
is required at all programs.
What You Need To Do
First, decide which method you
would like to learn.Second, consult the entire schedule
of programs to determine the start date and closest
location of instruction for your desired method.
Be advised that a course of instruction and follow-up
will take several months to complete.
Third, contact the registration phone number for further information.
A Special Note
If you are living with infertility
or any reproductive disorder the services of NaPro
Technology are available. NaPro Technology is a new
reproductive science that cooperates with the procreative
mechanisms in producing a treatment that corrects
the condition, maintains the human ecology and sustains
the procreative potential. It respects the dignity
of woman and the integrity of marriage. NaPro Technology
was developed at the Pope Paul VI Institute for the
Study of Human Reproduction. NaPro Technology is
delivered through the services of trained medical
doctors and Creighton/ Fertility Care NFP teachers.
For more information, please visit the web site for
the Pope Paul VI Institute or contact a Creighton/Fertility
Care NFP teacher.
Contact the Natural Family Planning
Office at 617.746-5803 for further information or
assistance.
For More Information
Billings
Ovulation Method Association - (651) 699-8139
Couple To Couple League -
(301) 627-3346
Diocesan
Development Program for NFP - (202) 541-3240
Marquette University
School of Nursing - (414)288-3838
National Catholic
Bioethics Center - (617) 787-1900
Pope Paul VI Institute
for the Study of Human Reproduction - (402) 390-6600
What
Couples Say
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"There are
many misconceptions about NFP but if used correctly
it is a very effective method of family planning.
It fosters communication between husband and wife
and has led us to a deeper appreciation of our
combined fertility."
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"NFP teaches
a couple to track their fertility reliably in a
way that brings them closer to each other and God."
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"My husband
understands my body better and I have a greater
appreciation for the gift of fertility."
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"It is a
wonderful feelings knowing that we are abiding
by the Church’s teachings and God’s
intentions."
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"NFP provides
the impetus for communication about family planning,
finances, values, lifestyle…"
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"We look
at NFP not as a form of birth control but as a
lifestyle is cooperation with God’s natural
law."
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"It is definitely
the way to go! You learn to watch the signs and
make decisions accordingly based on whether you
are trying to achieve or postpone pregnancy."
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"NFP has
fostered a closeness with my wife and better teamwork
as a couple."
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"NFP is excellent
for committed couples to learn more about their
bodies and their relationship. Not only is it an
effective method of family planning it is also
an effective way to improve your marriage."
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"NFP is helping
us to communicate thoughts, feelings, desires and
is giving us an even better appreciation of fertility."
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"Knowing
when fertility occurs makes me excited about having
children."
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"NFP strengthens
a marriage by providing a deep appreciation for
the gift of fertility. It is easy to learn and
to use, and every couple can do so with a clear
conscience."
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"I don’t
know where we would be if we had not discovered
this method."
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"I feel closer
to God knowing that this is the way he designed."
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"We are confident
that we are using an effective method that is not
disruptive to the marriage relationship or closed
to life."
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"It's great
because nothing comes between the couple and this
is what God intends. It strengthens the ultimate
bond that a married couple can share."
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"We are every
impressed with the level on instruction – excellent.
We feel were leaving the course with valuable information
we can depend on and tools that we will use for
the rest of our married life."
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