2007-06-21 12:02:11 · 8 answers · asked by julius 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
If done correctly, it follows the woman's cycle so that the partners know when she is close to ovulation and abstain from sex during those few days. It's a good idea to throw in an extra day after, in case the egg was slow moving down to the uterus. Since there is only a little window of time in which the egg is viable, refusing to have sex at that time ensures the sperm doesn't find a receptive egg. Her menses should also be on time--an indication she didn't get pregnant.
Keep in mind not all women ovulate once, not all eggs part from the ovaries at the right time, and some sperm don't die quickly. Rhythm is a risky form of birth control.
2007-06-21 12:09:51 · answer #1 · answered by Jess 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The rhythm method ultimately depends upon your dedication to using it correctly, and the regularity of the woman's cycle. To do it properly the woman must take her temperature, and monitor her cervical mucus daily. There is also these things you can buy called cycle beads. You can use cycle beads to prevent pregnancy or to determine the best day to try to conceive a baby, but once again, whether they are effective or not depends upon the regularity of the menstrual cycle.
www.cyclebeads.com
2007-06-21 12:11:23 · answer #2 · answered by nimo22 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The rhythm method is based on knowing a woman's cycle and avoiding intercourse during her fertile times. The best way to become THAT familiar with it is to chart her basal body temperature. Check out www.fertilityfriend.com for the best info on it. It IS however, the LEAST effective method of birth control.
2007-06-21 12:06:02 · answer #3 · answered by Betsy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It was called the Rhythm Method & is considered outdated.
The more advanced way is NFP (Natural Fertility Planning).
It can be applied to get pregnant or defer pregnancy.
Most Catholic dioceses offer training programs.
Anyone can attend, the fees are reasonable.
Classes are usually taught by a nurse.
2007-06-21 12:09:06 · answer #4 · answered by Robert S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the "rhythm method" involves trying to estimate whether a woman is close to or has ovulated an egg for fertilization based on changes in her body, such as body temperature. the idea is not to have sex around the time they suspect she has ovulated. it is the least reliable method of contraception after the withdrawal method, and is recommended only for couples who are married or in committed relationships.
2007-06-21 12:07:32 · answer #5 · answered by theinfamouskoolaid 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you chart when you will be ovulating and have sex on the days you don't. Search for "natural family planning" online, you will find lots of info. But it has a high failure rate, so unless you are prepared for the chance of becoming a parent, use another method.
2007-06-21 12:06:13 · answer #6 · answered by parental unit 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
By not having sex during the time of ovulation.
2007-06-21 12:05:17 · answer #7 · answered by Ms. Satanique 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it doesn't :) I am due in july!
2007-06-21 12:05:14 · answer #8 · answered by javajunkie 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋