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  • Feb 12

Cycle Charting After Hysterectomy

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

compatible devices with boston cross check

  • Dec 31, 2025

Compatible Devices with Boston Cross Check

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

smart watch overlaid with text that reads "thoughts on femtech and NFP"

  • Nov 14, 2025

Thoughts on Femtech and NFP

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

Are new femtech devices compatible with traditional NFP methods? Here are some things to consider!
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  • Sep 12, 2025

Is there a Catholic prohibition against girls using tampons?

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

Is there a moral reason why Catholics wouldn't be able to use tampons? We discuss personal preference, cultural norms, and some misconceptions about virginity.
woman ponders with text that reads what is an nfp method?

  • Jun 18, 2025

What is an NFP Method?

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

What is an NFP "method" and how do I find the right one?
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  • May 23, 2025

Emotional Sensitivity in the Luteal Phase

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

How does post-ovulatory progesterone affect our emotions? And can we learn to embrace this side of ourselves, while learning what signs might indicate we could use help?
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  • May 6, 2025

The Viral “Cure” for PMDD?

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

What is the role of histamine in PMDD? And can this simple trick actually make a difference?
woman looks up pensively text reads "menstrual cycles and emotions"

  • Mar 5, 2025

Menstrual Cycles and Emotions

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

How can I positively integrate the various "flavors" of my personality and emotions which come out as a result of changes in my cycle?
woman gets support from doctor. text reads "menstrual cycles and mental health"

  • Mar 5, 2025

Menstrual Cycles and Mental Health

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

How can women take care of our mental health as we go through different cycle phases?

  • Feb 27, 2025

NFP and that Pesky “Contraceptive Mentality”

  • christina@pearlandthistle.com

Can NFP be used with a contraceptive mentality? Here's a list of resources which address the claim.
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  • Nov 20, 2024

Regaining Trust with NFP

  • Christina Valenzuela

How can couples regain trust with NFP after a difficult experience? Here are some strategies and resources that go beyond conversations about efficacy.
menstrual pad with red glitter with text that says "is it possible for my period to be too light?"

  • Nov 15, 2024

Can my Period be too Light?

  • Christina Valenzuela

A lot of women worry about heavy periods, but could a period be too light? Here are some considerations if you're wondering about light periods!