tracking your cycle or using the calendar method is NOT the same thing as using a symptothermal fertility awareness method. Just because you are tracking your cycle does NOT mean you are practicing FAM for birth control. EVEN if you’re tracking mucus and bbt… does not mean you are using FAM because you’re missing the most important part. In order to effectively use FAM as birth control you need to follow a fam method (a way to actually interpret the data you collect) The interpretation of the data is where the magic happens like: - knowing when your fertile window opens and closes - knowing when you need to use other forms of protection and when it is safe - finally understanding what your cycle patterns are each cycle You genuinely don’t need to have a perfect cycle to use FAM (I know I certainly don’t!) But you do need: 💖 to follow an actual evidence based method 💖the right tools 💖and an instructor to ensure you’re doing it correctly (this increases the efficacy rate)