Jose Antonio Martinez Director, Marriage, Family Life & Spirituality jmartinez@dphx.org 602-354-2355 Marriage Preparation Claudia Fermor Bilingual Assistant cfermor@dphx.org 602-354-2104 Whitney Lynch Online Instructor wlynch@dphx.org Diana

The Neofertility (Neo) method is a Natural Family Planning approach that integrates cervical mucus observations, basal body temperature tracking, and other fertility signs to provide a comprehensive understanding of a couple’s cycle. Aligned with Catholic teachings, it supports natural family planning with clarity and confidence.
“The Marquette Method (MAR) is a Natural Family Planning approach that combines cervical mucus observations with optional hormonal monitoring using at-home fertility devices. Rooted in Catholic teachings, it offers couples a flexible, science-based way to track fertility and plan their family naturally.”
The Billings Ovulation Method Association (BOMA) provides a Natural Family Planning method that guides couples in recognizing fertility through daily observations of cervical mucus. Easy to use and grounded in Catholic principles, it supports informed family planning with clarity and confidence.
The Boston Cross Check (BCC) is a Natural Family Planning method that teaches couples to monitor fertility using a combination of biomarkers like cervical mucus, basal body temperature, and optional hormonal testing. Flexible and rooted in Catholic principles, it empowers couples to plan their family naturally with confidence and precision.
The Family of the Americas Foundation Ovulation Method (FAF) is a Natural Family Planning approach that teaches couples to identify fertile and infertile days by observing cervical mucus and vaginal sensations. Simple to learn and rooted in Church teaching, it offers an effective, natural way to plan or postpone pregnancy.
The Creighton Model (CrMs) is a Natural Family Planning method that helps couples track fertility through observing biological signs, especially cervical mucus patterns. With personalized instruction, it aligns with Catholic teaching, promoting health awareness and strengthening marital unity.

How is Sympto-Thermal Method Different? For the Sympto-Thermal Method of NFP, observations are made daily of the biomarkers of: cervical mucus, vaginal sensation, basal body
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