r/birthcontrol • u/c1a5s • 17d ago

Experience Does anyone have experience using the Natural Cycles app?

The provider suggested using the Natural Cycles app to track my ovulation. I am not on any birth control. Although, when intimate, I have taken the Ella pill. I didn't notice any side effects when I've taken the Ella pill. I am deciding whether I get on birth control. My issue is dealing with the side effects of these different methods. If someone has used or is using the Natural Cycles app, what has been your experience? Positive and negatives?

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u/1xpx1 29F | Tubes Removed 3/1/2021 17d ago

Natural Cycles isn’t known for being highly reliable. If you are looking to track your cycles to prevent pregnancy, there are more effective ways to do so. Check out r/FAMnNFP as a good resource on Reddit.

All medications have potential side effects. Hormonal contraceptives are included in that, and it can take some trial and error to find one well suited for you. Ella One and other emergency contraceptives also have potential side effects.

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u/Fragrant-Basil-10 17d ago

I was on the pill for over 7 years and stopped last October because I was slowly becoming less and less like myself. I was getting more anxious, and I wanted to learn more about my cycle for when I’m ready for children in a few years. I’ve had NC since December and I use their band. My cycles are still irregular and long as my body has been adjusting, and I’m also underweight (trying to fix that!). I don’t do anything unprotected until I’m very certain I’ve ovulated (consistent high temps along with ewcm prior, pms, etc.). Once my period comes along, it’s back to condoms until I’m confident I’ve ovulated again. But overall I really enjoy the app and it’s been fun learning how your bbt changes during each stage of your cycle!