"I had so much trouble finding information online about natural contraceptives and almost gave up. I asked my midwife if she knew about CycleBeads, and she said yes! I was almost dumbfounded that she knew of it, and she said that she has patients that use it with great results preventing pregnancies. I could've just used a calendar, but am so glad I got the beads instead. Being able to visualize something as important as your fertility is more profoundly helpful and fun than just seeing a chart in the dresser drawer. Finding CycleBeads has opened the world of natural contraceptives to me.
I proudly hang my CycleBeads on my bedroom wall by the bed. They're pretty and my husband doesn't have to ask me all the time where I am fertility wise because he can see! Unlike 'the pill' or the like, which make you unfertile while using them, CycleBeads keep you aware of being fertile and you feel good about it. Haha, I can't wait to get some Deluxe Cyclebeads, but my hubby worries I'll wear them as a necklace. I have the basic set, and yes, I have contemplated wearing them as a necklace. Your www.IRH.org website has so much info on the Fertility Awareness Method*. Thanks.
*Editor’s note – the www.irh.org website is the website of the Institute for Reproductive Health, the research organization that developed CycleBeads . IRH is a separate organization with which Cycle Technologies often works, but is not affiliated."
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- Tammy B., NM
Age: 22
Occupation: Full-time Mom/Wife/Woman
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"After years of problems - and pregnancies - with several kinds of Birth Control, I became one of the many women lauding the success of the newest IUD...until that ALSO began causing problems too frequently to ignore, overlook, and live with. I had it removed in June of 2010, and with a deployed fiance, I didn't bother to find any alternative hormonal methods. As his return to the States neared, we began discussing Family Planning options: we needed something that held us both 'accountable', and I needed something that was easy-to-remember and would let my body BE. CycleBeads showed up on one of my first web searches, and he and I discussed them for days. We've been using them for nearly a year now, and LOVE them. We are both active in planning, and can easily see when leaving the vanity if we're on a 'blue day or a white day'. The beads even match our bathroom decor, haha! Having CycleBeads has also put me more in touch with my own body, and the 'magic' of it all. Having been on hormonal birth control since age 18, it's amazing to me - at 30 - to finally know that my body is again MINE. Thanks to CycleBeads :)"
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- Amanda T., VA
Age: 30
Occupation: Work At Home Mom
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"I am a women's health graduate student in Boston and a classmate who works in the family planning field shared the joys of CycleBeads. I began using my CycleBeads not for family planning but to track the symptoms of my disease, endometriosis. Because of a blood clot on my lungs last summer I am no longer able to take hormonal birth control. Now, with CycleBeads I am able to know when my symptoms (specifically pain) are worse. I am grateful to CycleBeads for helping me navigate this new path of my journey with endometriosis."
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- Arielle D., MA
Age: 22
Occupation: Graduate Student
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"After having my son, who I got pregnant with on the pill, my friend told me about CycleBeads. I asked my doctor about them and she was a bit against them. I decided to give them a try anyway and I LOVE them. I've been using them for 2 years now with no pregnancy and no unwanted side effects that the pill gave me. I'm so happy I found out about CycleBeads and plan to use them forever. I recommend all women buy a set!"
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- samantha b., NC
Age: 20
Occupation: stay at home mom
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"I was introduced to CycleBeads by a friend who was using them as her form of birth control. My husband and I were trying to conceive, and she suggested we try using the CycleBeads to help track my cycle. After two months of using the beads...success! I kept them next to my bed, so it was easy for me to remember to track each day. I plan to use CycleBeads after I deliver as my form of birth control. I have struggled with migraines for years due to the hormones in the pill, and do not want to go back to that life! I also recommend CycleBeads to any of my friends trying to conceive or looking for alternative birth control."
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- Rachelle H., TX
Age: 33
Occupation: Technical Accounting Analyst
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"I started using CycleBeads as a safe natural alternative to birth control pills approximately eight years ago. I ordered the beads online after reading an article in my local newspaper and filling out the short questionnaire on the website. The beads worked wonderfully both to prevent pregnancy and, when we were ready, to help us in the conception of our two daughters now 3 and 6. I would highly recommend CycleBeads to everyone who has a regular cycle because they work perfectly."
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- Jennifer A., TX
Age: 35
Occupation: Sr. Acct. Clerk
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"After I found out I couldn't take birth control pills, I started looking for a more natural form of birth control. I found CycleBeads using Google. It is simple and easy to use. I have been using it for a while now and no babies after I had my son. My husband and I plan to keep it that way. Thanks for such a good product."
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- Angela H., PA
Age: 21
Occupation: Stay at home mom
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"After using other methods of birth control, my husband and I decided to try CycleBeads. They are easy to use and have worked wonderfully for us. We have a nice family of three, including our Black Lab, Sadie (shown in photo with me), and we want to keep it that way for now! I recommend this natural, safe and reliable way to anyone who wants to avoid toxic substances while sharing the responsibility of birth control with her partner."
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- Diana B., MA
Age: 38
Occupation: Police Officer
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"I love CycleBeads! My husband and I recently married, and we considered different options when it came to family planning. We did not want any chemicals in my body, and CycleBeads was the only method with which we felt completely comfortable. This method has allowed my husband to be actively involved in the planning of our family and has allowed me to be more in-tune with my body and monthly cycle. The beads are easy to follow and fun to use! I would recommend CycleBeads to any married couple seeking family planning options."
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- Laurey N., FL
Age: 27
Occupation: Educator
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"I first tried CycleBeads about 2 years ago, and I can say that they are great! Very accurate and gave me a chance to give my body a rest from the pill. I love the CycleBeads!"
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- Stacey R., PA
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"[PHOTO: 'I LOVE YOU' in American Sign Language.]
CycleBeads are life changing and I wish every married couple knew about them. They are hormone-free, chemical-free and so easy to use! The first birth control I tried was the patch, though I was hesitant to use a hormonal type of birth control, I felt I really had no other choices. The patch caused high blood pressure. My husband and I never gave up searching for natural birth control methods and CycleBeads came through for me! I’m not sure how I first discovered CycleBeads, but I was so excited I told my doctor, who spread the word, as she had never heard of them before. During the 12 days, I use a diaphragm. Thanks for giving me my health and freedom back! Make love. Worry less."
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- Rachel T., KY
Age: 32
Occupation: Photographer
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"My husband and I decided to try CycleBeads after hearing the success that a family member of ours had with them. To be honest, we were reluctant at first, worried that this simple method would result in an unwanted pregnancy. But, after having used CycleBeads for 2 years now, we have had only one pregnancy, and it was planned! I had used prescription birth control in the past. CycleBeads have proven to be simple and very effective."
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- Jennifer G., MT
Age: 30
Occupation: stay-at-home mom
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"I was walking through my local healthfood store when I discoverd CycleBeads. I have been on every form of birth control and the side affects are terrible for me. Headaches, nausea, tierdness, mood swings, and others. I really wanted off the pill, but am not ready to have a baby. I've been using CycleBeads to show me the days when I can get pregnant and prevent pregnancy succesfully and the natural way!"
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- Sarah S., KY
Age: 26
Occupation: Interior Designer
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"I'd been on and off the pill for years and had never felt comfortable on it. Each time I'd start up again, I'd be sick for the first few weeks. I was just unhappy. When my husband mentioned seeing something about these
beads that helped a woman track her cycle and prevented pregnancy, I was very skeptical. He got me a set of the blue cat eye
ones as a present - though I think it may have been a present for himself because I tended to be a little bit moody on the pill. And while I didn't trust the beads at first, after reading through everything, and seeing them, it made perfect sense. Every woman should have this information. It's easy and straight forward."
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- Jennifer S., VA
Age: 34
Occupation: Sales and Marketing
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"When my fiance and I made the decision to take our intimacy a step further, I was firm about not wanting to take hormones. But what were my options after that? After researching "natural birth control" online, I hit the jackpot when I discovered CycleBeads. I love the basic format and simplicity offered by the beads, not to mention that they are pretty in my personal opinion! I think CycleBeads ought to be used around the world for women who can't afford healthcare or birth control and certainly can't afford to be pregnant. It's a wonderful tool to have and I tell all my girlfriends about it, as we are at that age where everyone is getting engaged, married, or having babies (or not wanting to yet!)."
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- Emma L., IN
Age: 24
Occupation: Artist
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"I heard about CycleBeads through a friend and ordered them as soon as my husband and I decided to have a second child. I had an IUD and, though it was convenient, I never liked the idea of using a birth control method which wasn't natural. I happily switched to CycleBeads. When the time came to try for baby number two, the beads worked great. I hung them on my bathroom mirror where I'd see them each day. They were very convenient to use and effective. I became pregnant after only one month. I told a friend about CycleBeads and would recommend them again."
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- Alissa H., CO
Age: 31
Occupation: Artist
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