Natural Family Planning is a highly recommended resource for married couples, as they live out their faith in all aspects of their marriage. The methods of NFP align with the teachings of the Catholic Church in both respecting God’s design for love, and promoting the dignity of the human person.

Natural Family Planning methods can be used both to attempt or avoid pregnancy, and rely on the observation of the naturally occurring signs and symptoms during a woman’s menstrual cycle.

NFP reflects the dignity of the human person within the context of marriage and family life, promotes openness to life, and recognizes the value of the child. By respecting the love-giving and life-giving natures of marriage, NFP can enrich the bond between husband and wife. (Standards for Diocesan Natural Family Planning Ministry, p. 23)

An overview of Natural Family Planning is included in the Pre-Marital workshops offered by the Diocese of Alexandria.