Franciscan Fertility Education and Support
July 2020 Newsletter
Fertility Education Corner
Choosing a Life of Freedom! 
NFP Awareness Week : July 21-27, 2020

Do you want to be ...
  • Healthy
  • Free of chemicals & barriers
  • Naturally aware of your cycles
  • In tune with your body
  • In tune with your spouse
  • Holy & living freely God’s design

Do you want to have...
  • Self knowledge and understanding of your body
  • A healthy, happy marriage
  • A satisfying sex life with your spouse
  • A risk free method of family planning
  • A way to track your health
  • The ability to predict your period

Natural Family Planning (aka Fertility Awareness) makes this freedom possible. It is a way of life that leads to freedom, physical and spiritual wellness, and builds a healthier marriage. 

Did you know Grand Rapids has a coalition of NFP providers, bringing together instructors and medical professionals who represent a wide variety of methods? This team meets quarterly to share successes and plan additional ways to promote and support NFP in West Michigan. To learn more, visit: GRnfp.org .
In the Midst Infertility Series
Have you been experiencing infertility? Have you had difficulty getting pregnant or repeated miscarriages?

Join us for our professionally facilitated 3-part series designed specifically for couples struggling with the effects of both primary and secondary infertility.

$85/couple for the 3-part series

October 5, 2020 7-9pm: Grief and Loss in the midst of Infertility
November 2, 2020 7-9pm: Strong Marriages in the midst of Infertility
December 7, 2020 7-9pm: Fruitfulness in the midst of Infertility

Click here to register.
Upcoming Natural Family Planning Class Dates

(We continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will determine if these classes will be held in-person or online closer to the date of each class. Those registered for these classes will receive an email with the update when it is available.)
Creighton Model Fertility Care
Introductory Sessions

July 27, 2020 7-9pm (Lowell)
August 24, 2020 7-9pm (Lowell)
October 27, 2020 7-9pm (GR)

Contact Georgia Schmitz with questions or register here .
SymptoPro
3-Session Class

Aug 31, Sept 14, Sept 28
5:30 to 7:30pm (Grand Rapids)

Contact Laura Chapin with questions or register here .
If you have questions about the differences between the methods or the structure of the classes, please email us using the links above.

Please note, our fee structure for classes has changed as of July 1, 2020. The updated prices are reflected on our website. For a detailed list of prices, please contact Georgia Schmitz.
Introduction to Natural Family Planning

Are you looking for basic information about Natural Family Planning (NFP), also known as a Fertility Awareness Based Method (FABM) of family planning?

This one-time introductory session will cover the basics of how FABMs work and will highlight the differences between methods to help you choose the best fit for you! You will not learn the specifics of charting but will be able to make an informed decision when you select a course of instruction.

This is a great option if you just want to learn more or need to fulfill an Introduction to NFP requirement for marriage preparation.

Upcoming Introduction to NFP offerings:

July 21, 2020 6:30-8pm
or
Sept 24, 2020 6:30-8pm

Pre-registration is required: introtonfp.eventbrite.com

Please email Laura Chapin with questions.
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