An online, self-paced Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning course

THE NFP COURSE THAT LETS YOU LEARN ON your SCHEDULE

Stop putting off learning NFP. Get started with the Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning right now with my fully online, learn-on-your-own-time NFP course.

ENROLL IN THE COURSE

DIY NFP has a cost:

your sanity

A digital NFP Marquette chart on an iPad with a ClearBlue fertility monitor that reads Peak next to it

I get it: DIY NFP is appealing. No one wants to have their sex life examined (let alone urine and cervical mucus). But piecing together your NFP instruction from the internet is stressful and rarely successful.

That's why I’ve eliminated the biggest barrier to starting NFP - talking about your sex life with a stranger.

No more sifting through "grave reason" debates in Facebook groups or scouring your diocese's website for that elusive list of NFP instructors.

With my online, at-your-own pace NFP course, you can get started learning the basics of NFP right now, and then meet with me later if you have questions.

SAY GOODBYE TO DIY

HERE'S WHY YOU'LL love MY COURSE

No more "information overload" intro meetings: Stop, start, and replay as often as you want.

Get your questions answered immediately (instead of waiting on your instructor to reply and missing out on a useable day).

Clear up all the NFP confusion with simple, straightforward instructions from a trained source you can trust.

It's the best of both worlds. You can get started right now with instant course access, but you also get individual support too through private 1:1 consultations and chart checks.

GET STARTED RIGHT NOW - LITERALLY

WHAT YOU'LL learn

session one:
THE BASICS

This session will teach you so much about your cycles, you're almost guaranteed to say "Why has no one ever told me this before?!" We discuss how to figure out when you're fertile using mucus and hormone monitoring and how to chart these signs to avoid or achieve pregnancy. (70 minutes)

session two:
CUSTOMIZATIONS

"But what about...?" Now that you feel confident in the basics, we start to customize the method for you. Special fluids, stress cycles, coming off of hormonal birth control, and peri-menopause can influence your cycle, so we'll talk about how to account for those. (30 minutes)

session three:
BREASTFEEDING

On top of new baby stress, NFP postpartum can feel super overwhelming. If you are breastfeeding, this session will ease your fears and confusion and help you apply the method during the fluctuating time after the return of fertility postpartum. (30 minutes)

session four:
BBT TRACKING

Want further confirmation of the end of the fertile window? You'll learn an optional additional tracking measurement - basal body temperature. It's a bit more in depth than just sticking a thermometer in your mouth, so I'll teach you how to take and chart these temps, as well as what affects results. (11 minutes)

session five:
PERIMENOPAUSE

Just when you think you've finally got a hang of this whole NFP thing...boom! Perimenopause leaves your chart looking crazy. We'll talk about the stages of perimenopause and how NFP can look different during this time of transition so you feel confident and prepared. (25 minutes)

I WANT TO KNOW ALL THAT!

An iPad with a screen from the NFP Coach NFP course with text that reads Natural Family Planning What is NFP - A way for couples to learn about their fertility - With this knowledge they can plan when or when not to have a baby

WHAT'S included

Three video modules that teach you how to track fertility simply and effectively, even in special circumstances, and use that information to avoid or achieve pregnancy

Downloadable charts to begin tracking your own fertility

Sample charts to practice on (for both regular and postpartum cycles)

Downloadable user manual for quick reference during cycles

But best of all? You get clarity and confidence in your use of NFP, while maintaining your privacy.

I'M READY TO LEARN NFP!

PLUS ACCESS TO your NFP COACH

As one of the earliest Marquette instructors and a nurse, I've worked with more than 1,000 people just like you to simplify NFP.

Even if you've had a rough history with family planning, I teach the method so simply that it truly becomes easier to track and way more effective.

Before you worry: I'm not judging your sex life. I'm not the abstinence police. My one role is making sure that you understand the instructions - implementation is up to you.

And when we meet, I won't feel like a stranger, because you'll already know me from the course!

I NEED YOUR HELP!

“I cannot recommend Sara Flood highly enough. Providentially, I found her online after having a C-section in September. Knowing I would need - at minimum - twelve months to recover, I sought a method of NFP that would be effective, give me confidence and time to heal, and align with my Catholic faith. Sara’s web site is organized and full of vital information. From the first phone call, she gave me clear instructions, and has always been available to answer further questions promptly. I’m now eight months post-partum — there is a beautiful freedom to NFP, and specifically the Marquette Method. I recommend Sara to everyone I know!”
Sara G.
“Working with Sara gave me peace of mind as I was navigating postpartum NFP, and my husband appreciated being able to review the notes himself at his own pace. She was a great support, and I’d recommend her to anyone I can!”
Carly
“I loved working with Sara to learn how to use NFP. It was easy to understand and navigate NFP for the first time. She teaches you how to use all methods and somehow it does not feel overwhelming. I loved that I could access the videos at my own time and pace and as many times as I needed to. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an online NFP instructor.”
Mariana
“Sara has provided my husband and I with the tools and techniques to track our fertility with confidence. Though we’re always open to life, her course has saved our sanity and provided peace of mind. This is the longest amount of time we’ve been able to avoid pregnancy in the 11 years we’ve been married. So I just wanted to say thank you so much for introducing us to this method... I am very thankful!”
Megan
“As a married couple in our early 20s, we found ourselves in need of a natural family planning method, I was so happy to have found the Marquette method and Sara! Her videos are extremely explanatory and comprehensible to everyone, there is so much additional content she provides and the personal consultations are amazing, she is very patient, kind and very easy to understand. I can’t wait to contact her again in the future when we want to expand our family!”
Ana

PRICING

STANDARD

^$200

Best for those in regular cycles, non-nursing postpartum, or coming off of hormonal contraception*

Immediate access for 6 months to the complete on-demand video course
All documents and protocols
3 consultations and unlimited email and messaging

PREMIUM

^$300

Best for those in irregular cycles, PCOS, postpartum and nursing/pumping, over 40 but still in regular cycles, or anyone desiring more support for a longer period of time.

Immediate access for 18 months to the complete on-demand video course
All documents and protocols
Unlimited Private Coaching via email, messaging, phone or Zoom video consultations

PERIMENOPAUSE

^$65

Best for a woman approaching or in her 40's

Access to stages of perimenopause course
1 consultation
If NFP method instruction needed, consultation fee can be applied to Standard or Premium package.

Once you have completed a course, you are welcome to renew your membership for continued course access and more consultations at a discounted rate. To renew, simply login to your account and select "request session."

*If on hormonal contraception for irregular cycles/PCOS, Premium package would be better.

FAQs

When is your next scheduled class?

The course is a video on demand course that can be viewed at whatever time is best for you. You can pause the video’s as well as view them as much as you would like while you are a member of this program.

When are you available for appointments?

You can schedule appointments within the client portal by choosing "request a session." This allows you to see appointments in your timezone and choose to chat via phone or zoom video conferencing. Appointments are available most weekdays 9am-2pm eastern time and 1 evening a week 8:30pm-10pm eastern time. Evening appointments are often booked a few weeks out.

I need to learn a method of NFP for my marriage preparation requirements in the Catholic church, can this course provide the documentation to provide to my parish?

Yes. The Marquette Method of NFP is approved by the Catholic Church as a means to plan and space pregnancy within marriage. Upon completion of the 2 session course by the couple and a 1 month consultation with both the man and woman, reviewing at least 1 cycle of charting, I will provide a certificate of completion via email to you.

Which monitor do you recommend, the older style or the newer touch screen model?

Both monitors work just fine with the method. I have used both and for long term use, my preference is the newer touch screen one. It is more intuitive to use than the older one and you can see past data on the screen. The touch screen model will require you to skip one day of testing every 10 days if you are in cycle 0 postpartum. Since postpartum is a temporary situation and the older model has not been manufactured in several years- I recommend the newer monitor for everyone if you are going to buy one.

Do I need to purchase supplies before the first class?

You can certainly attend the class without purchasing anything beforehand, however if you are sure you want to do hormone testing with the method, you can go ahead and purchase the Clearblue Fertility Monitor, Test strips and LH strips. You can get the monitor set up according to the instructions when your next cycle begins.

Can I use this method postpartum prior to my cycles returning?

Yes! There is a postpartum protocol that you can use that is easy to follow using the ClearBlue Fertility monitor during this time of Lactational Amenorrhea.

What is your response time if I have questions?

Expect email response within 2 business days, but often within 24 hours on regular weekdays. Please send a chart with questions to help with quicker replies and consultations are welcome. Email or messaging within the client portal is preferred for communication.

I'm not Catholic; will you still work with me?

Absolutely! I will teach anyone NFP regardless of religion, marital status or background, but will never recommend contraception for family planning in any form including withdrawal or barriers nor will recommend artificial reproductive technology such as in vitro fertilization or insemination or surrogacy. When working with couples who are trying to conceive, I work with couples who are incorporating treatment to support the natural process of conception through the act of sexual intercourse, and will always encourage sexual intercourse to take place only within marriage.

What is the cost for renewal after the course is completed?

Renewal membership is available for anyone who has taken my Marquette Method of NFP course previously. Renewal options include all content and are: $50 for 1 month + 1 consultation; $75 for 6 months + 2 consultations and as needed messaging during renewal; $125 for 12 months + unlimited consultations and messaging during renewal. If you are not currently a member in the Practice Better client portal but have previously taken this course, reach out to Sara directly for the correct links. Those with access to the Client Portal can purchase renewal by choosing "request a session" and then "book another service."

Can I learn to use the Mira monitor with this course?

We can incorporate the Mira monitor into your instruction. The Mira monitor currently does not have any research studies showing how effective it is to help you avoid pregnancy, however we do have comparison studies that show that the Estrogen and LH results line up with ovulation and have provisional protocols that can be incorporated with it's use. The Mira monitor is new and research is evolving so the on-demand material does not include instructions for using the Mira monitor with the method, however Sara will be happy to work with you to learn to use it. It is always recommended to consult about it's use prior to purchasing it since it may not be the best fit in every situation. Sara has experience in use of the Mira monitor since 2018 and has been working with couples using it with the Marquette Method since 2020 and is up to date on the most current research to incorporate it. The Mira monitor is typically only recommended in situations where the Clearblue Fertility monitor does not work well for a user. Consult with Sara to see if the Mira is right for you.

Can I learn to use the Inito monitor with this course?

There is not any research completed on use of the Inito monitor with NFP. This monitor is new and research will be forthcoming but it is not recommended for use with NFP at this time. If you choose to use the Inito monitor to avoid pregnancy, it is considered experimental and should be used alongside a known and evidenced based method of NFP.

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