Home » Home » Ask an Expert

Ask an Expert

Ask an Expert

Naturally For Her knows the importance of accurate, complete information.

Our panel of experts is here for you to answer your questions about the sensitive issues surrounding women’s fertility, contraception, natural family planning, period management and general health!

The great thing about a Q&A archive is getting answers to questions you didn’t even realize you had until you learned something new.

Got a Question? Ask an Expert! »

Question: by Roberta

Over the past several years I have experienced menstrual irregularities off and on but I prefer not to take birth control pills to regulate my cycle. Although I used the pill between pregnancies (I am a mother of two) I always felt better when I was off the pill and just can’t bring myself to take it again. While I am making the transition to natural family planning I would love to know which natural methods (herbs or supplements) that would help to regulate my cycle. Thanks!

 

Answer: by Carole Thorpe, Licensed Childbirth Doula and Hypnotherapist bio »

When a woman chooses the option of natural family planning, and would like to encourage her body to return to a normal rhythm of menstrual cycles without the influence of drugs and the synthetic hormones that are included in birth control pills, she might choose to research natural herbal... more »

Exclusive NFH news & deals »

Natural Fertility Management and Health Resources

Women's Health News

  • Natural contraception 'effective'

    A natural family planning method is as effective as the contraceptive pill, German research suggests. The symptothermal method (STM) assesses fertility levels during the monthly cycle by measuring body temperature, and observing cervical secretions.

    Continue Reading »
  • How to Eliminate Suffering from PMS in 5 Simple Steps

    "Seventy-five percent of women suffer from headaches, mood swings, bloating, and other problems that threaten their relationships, work life, and well-being." It's a statement that most of us unconsciously accept without a second thought. But it doesn't have to be this way.

    Continue Reading »
  • Actress Sues Bayer, Claims Birth Control Pill Caused Stroke

    An actress who is currently an understudy in the Broadway show "Wicked" is suing Bayer, claiming its birth control pill Yasmin caused her to have a stroke when she was 27 years old, the New York Post reports. Brenda Hamilton, a former Bronx resident who now lives in West New York, N.J., filed a civil suit in the Bronx claiming that Bayer knew the birth-control pill Yasmin posed a greater risk of stroke and blood clots than other birth control pills, but didn't warn consumers.

    Continue Reading »
  • Fertility Facts for Couples Trying to Get Pregnant

    When the time arrives to finally start trying to get pregnant, who doesn’t worry about the possibility of facing infertility or difficulties conceiving? As many couples are delaying pregnancy until later in life which can reduce ones chances of successful conception, for most women the question is bound to arise – “Can I get pregnant?”...

    Continue Reading »
  • Hormonal Contraceptives Associated With Higher Risk of Female Sexual Dysfunction, Study Finds

    Women taking non-oral and oral hormonal contraceptives were at highest risk of Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD), according to a study of female German medical students published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine. Interestingly, women taking non-hormonal contraceptives were at lowest risk for FSD, more than women not using any contraceptive.

    Continue Reading »