ovulation method of family planning

Definitions of ovulation method of family planning
  1. noun
    natural family planning in which the fertile period is inferred from changes in the character and quantity of cervical mucus; ovulation is marked by an increase in mucus that becomes sticky and then clearer and slippery
    synonyms: ovulation method
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    natural family planning
    any of several methods of family planning that do not involve sterilization or contraceptive devices or drugs; coitus is avoided during the fertile time of a woman's menstrual cycle
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