If you're interested in using Fertility Awareness for birth control, you might be wondering what your options are for birth control during your fertile window. Ashley Hartman Annis, a fertility awareness educator and full spectrum doula in training, joins me to talk all things barrier methods.

What we discussed: 

• Benefits and risks associated with barrier methods of birth control including condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and sponges
• Everything you've ever wanted to know about spermicide: what it is, how does it affect your cervical fluid, natural and DIY options (use at your own risk!)
• Withdrawl
• Using barrier methods within the context of Fertility Awareness
• Who is responsible for birth control in a relationship?
• Tips for finding condoms that work for you and your partner

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Caya diaphragm Femcamp cervical cap Anneres Health - Canadian distributor of Caya and Femcamp Natural MD Radio: Why condoms are a women's issue Sustain Naturals Bedsider Scarleteen Natural spermicide options: Neem, homemade spermicide recipe, 

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