Can You Count on Your Period Tracking App to Prevent Pregnancy?

 

Period tracking apps (or cycle tracking apps), also known as natural contraception, are 76% effective when used as contraception alone. That means that 24 in 100 people will get pregnant in a year. 

Using your app accurately includes things like inputting your basal body temperature daily. However, accuracy can also vary due to stress, illness and alcohol intake.

There are more effective options when choosing contraception. That’s why we gave launched our new campaign – find out more HERE

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