The so-called “rhythm” or “calendar” method involved a woman guesstimating, on a monthly basis, when she might ovulate based on the dates of her prior menstrual cycles.
For obvious reasons, it results in a high rate of unexpected pregnancies.
Currently in use globally, Fertility Awareness Methods use multiple indicators of fertility, are effective and easy for any woman to learn (regardless of education level, language or socioeconomic status), are low-cost, and have no negative effects on a woman’s body or the environment.
Local Obria affiliates refer patients out for family planning services.
I have known Ann Marie Henninger since 1996, have caught several of her babies, and have the utmost confidence in her passion and skills to serve as an outstanding hospital commissioner.
Carol Gautschi,
Sequim