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Period & Bleeding

12 period products through history

For as long as humans have existed, we’ve had periods. But have you ever wondered what we used to absorb the flow before pads and tampons were invented? While today, there’s a choice of convenient and easy-to-use period products, some weird and wonderful things have been used in the past! Join us as we journey back through time and look at what's been used throughout history, and how these solutions evolved into the menstrual products we know today...

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Birth Control

7 types of birth control covered by insurance

In this post, we’re going to take a look at some of the birth control methods that are covered by insurance. We’ll look at both hormonal and non-hormonal options, as well as what options you have if you need birth control and don’t have insurance. Read on to learn more…

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Period & Bleeding

Can you swim on your period?

With summer right around the corner, it’s time to get back in the water! But what if you’re on your period? Whether you’re a keen swimmer worried about whether you have to avoid your local swimming pool, or you’re heading on holiday and it coincides with your period, we’re here to answer all of your questions.

5 min read

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Cycler Stories

Trying out the new Bluetooth thermometer: Sophia's Story

My name is Sophia, I’m an online coach and personal trainer, and I have been using Natural Cycles to help prevent pregnancy for over two and a half years. To say it changed my life is an understatement! Today I’m going to talk about the brand new Bluetooth thermometer that’s now available to use with the app and how Natural Cycles can help you on your hormone-free journey too!

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Cycler Stories

My tips for cycle syncing workouts: Manu's story

Learning the pattern of my cycle has been a valuable tool when it comes to working out. In this post, I’m going to share with you my journey from coming off hormonal contraception to surpassing my personal fitness goals. Plus I’ll share some tips you can use to adapt your workout to your cycle…

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Cycler Stories

Discovering A Hormone-Free Me: Aeva’s Story

In this post, I’ll talk about how and why I looked into Natural Cycles, the hesitancies and fears my husband and I both shared in starting Natural Cycles and how we overcame them, and finally, how I use Natural Cycles in my daily life as a married law student.

8 min read

Features & Updates

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Check out our game-changing updates, from cool new features to partnerships and more!

Features & Updates

One app, many journeys

While most of our Cyclers choose to use Natural Cycles to prevent pregnancy, everyone’s fertility journey is different. This is always at the front of our minds as we continue to develop the NC° app. In today's post, we’re going to take a look at some of the less talked about ways you can use Natural Cycles. We’ll take a look at switching between app modes to suit fertility goals, and we’ll also cover the feature we’ve put in place for those who experience pregnancy loss.

4 min read

Features & Updates

5 Facts about our founder: Dr. Elina Berglund

This International Women’s Day we’re going to take a closer look at someone who’s an inspiration close to home here at Natural Cycles, our amazing co-founder, Dr. Elina Berglund. From her passion for physics to her own birth control journey, read on to learn more about the life of the creator of the world’s first birth control app.

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Features & Updates

5 reasons to switch to a Bluetooth thermometer

Bluetooth has landed! If you’re wondering what’s included with our new measuring devices, look no further! In this post, we’re going to dive into exactly what's on offer when you buy a Bluetooth thermometer.

3 min read

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