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This gorgeous 80+ page PDF book teaches women how to chart their cycles for self-knowledge and to reflect on the dignity and meaning of our bodies through the lens of our Catholic faith. Perfect for college students, young professionals, consecrated religious women, and more!
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Ladies, we sometimes have a LOT of questions about our cycles!

But as Catholic women who deeply care about the dignity of our bodies, it can feel daunting to ask some of these questions in a way that feels reverent... or even "permissible" to do as single women. 
Questions about our bodies sometimes have super practical medical components.
They can be as simple as: "My periods are awful. Can we fix that?"

But maybe you tried to ask your doctor about some cycle issues or concerns, and they didn't really understand why you'd care about that unless you were trying to get pregnant. It's a common refrain to hear them say: "Just take birth control for now and we'll revisit this when you're ready to have a baby."  It's hard to access the tools to address those practical questions when the doctors don't seem all that interested in helping!

But questions about our bodies have deep spiritual and moral meaning as well.
Does my Catholic faith actually care about my female body?
Is it prudent to learn about my reproductive system in this intimate way if I'm not sexually active?

You certainly could invest in working with a Catholic NFP instructor who can coach you and perhaps talk through some of these deeper questions,
but that takes so much time...
and money...
and you don't really need all the info about family planning yet...
you just want to learn the basics of charting for your self!

That's why I've created this guide just for you!

Cycle Charting for Single Women draws on over ten years of Natural Family Planning (NFP) coaching plus pastoral and campus ministry experience to walk you through: 

  • How the menstrual cycle works
  • How to chart and interpret biomarkers
  • What types of health knowledge we can gain from this practice
PLUS
Reflections on why ALL of this is not only "permissible" for Catholics, but can be hugely beneficial as a means to deepen our love for ourselves as creatures and, by extension, our love for our Creator.

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beautifully-designed pages with explanation, reflection questions, sample charts, and SO much more!

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This guide is for you if...

  • you want to learn the basics of the menstrual cycle (let's face it: not many of us were taught that growing up!)
  • you'd like to chart your cycles, but you don't want to commit to a full NFP method
  • you are seeking a way to better understand the Goodness of your female body
  • you're not sure whether your cycles are "regular" or "normal"
  • you learn well by reading and absorbing information at your own pace

This would not be a great fit if...

  • you want to use this book for family planning (it does NOT teach you how to do fertility calculations!)
  • you have a hard time learning from a book, and would do better with personalized coaching
  • you are not Catholic (although other Christians may still find most of the reflection points to be helpful!)
Perfect for individuals, women's groups, campus ministry programs, or a group of friends!

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ve got questions. Here are some answers!

Is this a hard copy or a digital copy?

This is a PDF (digital) copy! 

Can I purchase this and print multiple copies?

This purchase is for a SINGLE use, meaning if you want to use the book in a group setting, you need to purchase one (1) copy per member. 

But if you have printed your copy and misplace it (or maybe the dog eats it!), you're welcome to print off another copy for yourself whenever you need to. 

What is your refund policy?

Due to the nature of this digital product, I cannot offer refunds. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, I encourage you to reach out to me directly at christina@pearlandthistle.com

What biomarkers does this teach?

This guide teaches you how to observe cervical fluid, basal body temperature, and LH tests. Other options for tracking and devices are listed in the resource section. 

Can I use this guide for family planning?

No! The calculations you learn in this guide are not suitable for family planning, and are only suitable for charting to identify ovulation as a healthy sign. 

Can I use this guide if I'm not single?

If you are interested in learning more about the biology of your cycle, different options for biomarkers, and how to integrate this knowledge of your body into your identity as a beloved daughter of God... then this would be a great resource! But you cannot use it for family planning. 

Do you offer discounts for religious communities?

If you are a consecrated woman religious and are interested in this book, let's chat! I would love to help you bring this education to your community and am very willing to work with you on cost, delivery systems, etc. 

Does the guide include charts?

Yes! Included in the guide are pages with two different charting options which you can print as needed. The guide also includes recommendations for apps, if you choose to chart electronically instead. 

What method does this teach?

This guide does not teach an NFP method.

I am trained as a Boston Cross Check instructor, so this guide reflects my training with biomarkers and modified calculations in that particular method, but the protocols for BCC are not given here. 

  • $18.99

Cycle Charting for Single Women

  • Closed
  • Download

This gorgeous 80+ page PDF book teaches women how to chart their cycles for self-knowledge and to reflect on the dignity and meaning of our bodies through the lens of our Catholic faith. Perfect for college students, young professionals, consecrated religious women, and more!
Buy now