Calendar Method Of Birth Control (Noun)
Meaning
Natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The calendar method of birth control relies on a woman tracking her menstrual cycle to predict when ovulation occurs and avoiding intercourse during the fertile window.
- She decided to use the calendar method of birth control because it was a natural and non-invasive way to prevent pregnancy.
- To use the calendar method of birth control effectively, a woman needs to have a regular menstrual cycle and keep track of the days of her period.
- The calendar method of birth control assumes that ovulation occurs on day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle, but this can vary from woman to woman.
- Using the calendar method of birth control requires a woman to abstain from sex during the fertile period, which can be challenging for some couples.