Does the progestin-only pill work the same way?
Pills that contain only progestin (often called “mini-pills”) are nto very effective in preventing ovulation. Therefore, they hunder sperm from reaching an egg (contraceptive action), and hinder implantation of a newly conceived human being (abortive action). What about IUD? There is little doubt that intrauterine devices (IUD’s) work most of the time by causing early abortions. The IUD’s primary purpose is to prevent a newly-conceived human being from implanting or remaining implanted in the uterus. What is Natural Family Planning? “Natural Family Planning” (NFP) relies upon the wife’s understanding of her body’s natural functions to determine when during her monthly cycle, she is fertile. Abstinence would be required during this fertile perious to avoide pregnancy. NFP requires no drugs or devices and unlike the Pill and IUS, is 100% medically safe. It is morally acceptable to major religious faiths. Instruction in the use of NFP is available in the Rochester area. Studies have shown
