You can certainly learn what is involved in using a Fertility Awareness Method like SmartFertility, but you won't be able to apply it until you discontinue hormonal contraception. This is because hormonal contraception disrupts the normal ovulation cycle by suppressing the body's natural production of reproductive hormones. In particular, synthetic progesterone blocks the effect of estrogen, so you will be unlikely to see any of the fertile cervical fluid build-up.

It can take several months once you discontinue hormonal contraception for your cycle to fully recover as residual synthetic hormones can still be present in your body. Every woman is different and the return to fertility can be as short as a few weeks, or many months.

You should begin recording your fertility biomarkers now and discontinue hormonal contraception as soon as possible, taking into account that you may need additional time for your fertile pattern to stabilise and to confidently use SmartFertility. Assuming that you had normal fertility before beginning hormonal contraception, once the synthetic hormones are out of your system, SmartFertility works just like any other situation. The only tricky part is navigating the transition to being  synthetic-hormone-free.

Of course! SmartFertility is different to other fertility management systems because we explicitly do not recommend the use barrier methods of contraception, such as condoms, or hormonal backup methods such as the morning after pill, on your fertile days.

SmartFertility uniquely emphasises the importance of discernment as part of fertility management. Your fertility goals - whether you are avoiding, or trying to achieve pregnancy - are a vital part of your journey. It's important to revisit these goals regularly, but this can be a difficult topic to discuss as a couple.

The SmartFertility method is designed to help couples discern fertility goals as part of natural fertility management. The inbuilt discussion tools strengthen your connection as a couple to make fertility management an intentional, enjoyable and meaningful part of your relationship.

SmartFertility is designed for married and engaged couples. It is a fertility management system that combines Catholic teachings with scientific methodology, and is a natural, non-invasive alternative to contraceptive technology and products. Although it can be used by single women to monitor their fertility cycle, keep in mind that it is a management system designed for couples.

The SmartLoving Fertility Course (as with all SmartLoving courses) can only be used if you're of legal age (18 years old in most countries).

No, it does not. SmartFertility is designed for fertility management, not STI prevention.

You will have 3 months access from the time of enrolment days to complete the Fertility course. The best time to start the course is NOW! You will also be able to renew for a discount amount.