1. Natural Family Planning Association (Alberta) A Way of Life. A Way of Love. Billings Ovulation Method Natural Family Planning Association (Alberta) Phone: (403) 252-3929 E-mail: nfp-ab@telus.net

2. What is Billings Ovulation Method ? A totally natural method of deciding when to achieve pregnancy... and when to avoid or postpone pregnancy. Takes advantage of the biological fact that women are infertile more often than fertile throughout their reproductive years.

3. Origins of BOM The Billings Ovulation Method was developed by a husband and wife team, Drs. John and Evelyn Billings of Melbourne Australia. It has been used reliably for well over 50 years. The Billings Ovulation Method is 100% natural and has been successfully adapted to suit the needs of cultures in more than 100 countries throughout the world.

4. Not the rhythm method No pills or devices Healthier alternative Medically safe Simple to learn Morally acceptable Basics of BOM

5. Billings Ovulation Method Is based on sound scientific knowledge. The latest scientific studies indicate that with proper instruction and motivation, the Billings Ovulation Method has a user effectiveness rate of 99.6%. (Dr. Catherine Bernard, Ob. Gyn., Family Life Centre, India)

6. Appropriate for All Life Phases No matter how irregular the cycle, once learned, the Method can be applied to all variations throughout a woman’s life. These include: regular, irregular and anovular cycles, after childbirth, during lactation (breast feeding), and approaching menopause or low fertility.

7. Philosophy of BOM Helps to establish physical and mental harmony in marriage. Couples are encouraged to take joint responsibility for family planning.

8. Successful use encourages loving cooperation. Contributes to growth in communication, understanding and respect. Philosophy of BOM cont.