Fertility FAQs

We know that we won’t be able to answer every question here, so don’t hesitate to email [email protected] with any additional questions!

  • Why should I take my NFP class at Bella?

    At Bella Health+Wellness, we have instructors who are certified in multiple methods of NFP and we have many different learning options because we know that each woman and each couple are unique and there is not a one size fits all NFP method or class! We work with you to find the model and class that is going to best fit your needs and make sure that you feel comfortable and confident to achieve all your fertility related goals! We also work closely with our amazing team of doctors and nurse practitioners to help identify and work through chart abnormalities, sometimes even at the time of your appointment!

  • What response time can I expect from my instructor?

    We strive to respond to email questions within 2 business days. (Although we are often faster!)

  • Do I have to use the fertility monitor to use the Marquette Method?

    No. The Marquette Method has effective instructions apart from using the Clearblue Fertility Monitor, and you will learn these instructions in the class. The Marquette Method can be individualized to fit your lifestyle and your budget.

  • Which fertility monitors are used with the Marquette Method?

    The effectiveness studies on the Marquette Method were conducted using the Clearblue Fertility Monitor (either analog or touchscreen model). This monitor detects estrogen and LH in the woman's urine sample to indicate fertility. Marquette Method instructors are trained on how to incorporate separate urine tests for LH and progesterone into NFP. We do know there are always new technologies coming out and we work hard to be up to date on new tools, but the research for Marquette Method was done specifically with the Clearblue Fertility Monitor.

  • So what about barrier methods like condoms?

    Contraceptive behaviors such as using barriers or withdrawal are not encouraged by our instructors as the effectiveness data behind our methods was not studied using those practices.