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NFP Video Directory

Breastfeeding and NFP
Church Teaching the Philosophical Basis of NFP Use
Conferences

Humanae Vitae 25th Anniversary

Introduction to NFP--Methodology/Witness
NFP Instructional

The following list of videos on Natural Family Planning has been compiled by the Diocesan Development Program for Natural Family Planning (DDP/NFP) to assist in the promotion of NFP within the context of the Catholic Church's teaching on conjugal love and responsible parenthood. The videos listed are available for loan through the NFPP for a period of two weeks. Returns, via Federal Express or UPS only, are the responsibility of the individual.

It is the hope of the NFPP that you will find this list easy to use and helpful in planning your NFP programs. Suggestions, additions or comments are welcomed.

Natural Family Planning Program
3211 Fourth Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20017-1194
(202) 541-3240/3040
FAX: (202) 541-3176

Breastfeeding & NFP

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Natural Beginning: A Refreshing Look at Parenting, Fatherhood, and Fertility
Office of NFP
316 North 7th Avenue
St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 252-2100

Length: 30 min

A companion video to "NFP: Understanding your Fertility and the Benefits of Breastfeeding." Excellent for new parents, particularly fathers.

NFP: Understanding Your Fertility and the Benefits of Breastfeeding
Office of NFP
316 North 7th Ave.
St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 252-2100

Length: 15 min

Targeted to young couples who have recently experienced the birth of a baby and who are considering the use of NFP and /or breastfeeding. Support of NFP is strongly stated by several physicians (an OB/GYN, a Neonatologist, a Cytopathologist, and a Family Practitioner). A certified lactation consultant discusses some of the advantages of breastfeeding. NFP couples from different cultural backgrounds are also interviewed.

Church Teaching/Philosophical Basis of NFP Use

The Abundant Life - Contraception: The Great Deception
Living His Life Abundantly
702 Bayview Avenue
Clearwater, FL 34619
(813) 791-8449

Length: 58 min
Price: $20.00

This hour long talk show features a woman who had used contraception in her conjugal life and rejected it. It also includes an excellent interview with a young OB/GYN who discusses the problems of the various contraceptives and the benefits of NFP. Theresa Notare, NFPP, discusses the Church's efforts in promoting NFP as well as provides a basic description of the methods. Finally, Fr. Paul Marx, Human Life International, is a featured guest who discusses the pastoral implications of the Church's teachings. This program can easily be used in segments for individual or classroom discussion.

Christian Married Love (4-Part Series):

The Meaning of Married Love. Challenges to Married Love.
Communication and Intimacy in Marriage. Roles and Responsibilities in Marriage.
The Gift of Sexuality. The Gift of Children.
Christian Marriage as a Sacrament. The Christian Family as the Church of the Home.

Office of Family Life
Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend
4210 Crosscreek Drive
South Bend, IN 46628
(219) 272-7423

Length: 30 min each

This is a four part video series produced for marriage preparation programs each of which takes up two different topics. Of particular interest to NFP promoters is the segment on "The Gift of Sexuality. The Gift of Children".

The Church's Good News A Modern Approach to Natural Family Planning
Diocese of Pittsburgh, PA
Dept. of Social Awareness
111 Blvd. of Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 456-3161
(412) 456-3139 FAX

Length: 32 min

This is a basic teaching tool for use by NFP teachers. It covers three areas: Church teaching; an overview of the CMBBT Method and an NFP couple's witness. The format is simple, e.g., one or two people speaking directly to the camera. The content however, needs to be supplemented. For this reason, this video should be used only by people who are well versed in Church teaching on human sexuality and NFP.

Contraception: Why Not?
One More Soul
616 Five Oaks Ave.
Dayton, OH 45406
513-279-5433
800-307-SOUL (7685)

Janet Smith, Ph.D., challenges her audience to give serious consideration to questions regarding the relationship between contraception, divorce, abortion, poverty, and other social ills.

Natural Family Planning: A Shared Value
Office of Natural Family Planning
316 North 7th Ave.
St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 252-2100

Length: 15 min

Witness couples talk about the psychological benefits NFP has brought to their lives.

NFP-The Spiritual Link
Office of NFP
316 North 7th Avenue
St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 252-2100

Length: 15 min

Explores the spiritual benefits of NFP. Through the words of NFP user couples, clergy, physicians, and others, the Church's teachings on conjugal love and responsible parenthood are discussed. Well known personalities such as Scott Hahn, Clayton Barbeau, and the Drs. Billings are featured. In addition, an introduction to the methods of NFP is included. Excellent resource for marriage preparation.

Conferences

International Humanae Vitae Conference: A 25th Anniversary Celebration
Pope Paul VI Institute
6901 Mercy Road
Omaha, NE 68106-2604
(402) 390-6600
(402) 390-9851 FAX

Length: varies per videotape

These videos (and audio tapes) provide a comprehensive discussion of the facts of NFP. Discussions take in: the history of Church teaching on contraception; analysis of Humanae Vitae; dissent in the Church; NFP science and promotion. Many well known and historical figures such as the Drs. Billings and Dr. Josef Roetzer, are among the speakers. For a listing of the titles of each presentation, contact the Pope Paul VI Institute directly.

Select videos from the International Humanae Vitae Conference
which can be obtained for viewing through the
Diocesan Development Program for NFP:

TITLE & SPEAKER

The Biochemistry Behind Ovulation Testing
James Brown Ph.D., D.Sc.
Current Research in the Symptothermal Method
Josef Roetzer, M.D.
The Current State of Research in NFP
Evelyn Billings, M.D.
The Development of the Billings Ovulation Method
Evelyn Billings, M.D.
The Medical Effects of Contraception
Kevin Hume, M.D.
NFP in the Context of the Respect Life Movement
Bishop James T. McHugh
Opening Ceremonies Speakers: Mother Theresa's opening message; Dr. Thomas and Sue Hilgers; Rev. John Powell, S.J.; Cardinal Trujillo's Opening Homily
The Ovarian Monitor-A Biochemical Fertility Monitor
James Brown, Ph.D., D.Sc.
The Psycho-behavioral Aspects of NFP
Louis LaBarber, Ph.D.
Reaching Young People through Fertility Awareness
Hanna Klaus, M.D.
Research Questions in NFP
John Billings, M.D.
The Richness of Married Love: A Personal Reflection
Jerome Lejeune
The Scientific Basis of the Ovulation Method
John Billings, M.D.
The Social Consequences of Contraception
Kevin Hume , M.D.
The Symptothermal Method of Natural Family Planning
Josef Roetzer, M.D.
The Theology of the Body
Rev. Richard Hogan
A Theology of Married Love
John Kippley
To be a Catholic Health Professional
Jerome Lejeune
The Work of Dr. Erik Odeblad on the Biophysical Properties of the Cervical Mucus
Kevin Hume, M.D.

Introduction to NFP
Methodology/Witness

Baby Now! Baby Later! Plan a Pregnancy Avoid a Pregnancy the Natural Way
Krenlo Home Video
97 Woodland
South Natick, MA 01760
(617) 651-1041

Length: 30 min

Teaches fertility appreciation through the ovulation method.

The Gift of Love for Life
Our Sunday Visitor
200 Noll Plaza
Huntington, IN 46750
1-800-348-2440

Length: 29 min

Good positive introduction to NFP especially for engaged couples. Highlights NFP witness couples and Church teachings.

It's Only Natural
Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Family Life Office
100 East Eighth St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 421-3131

Length: 18 min

Church teaching on NFP and an overview of NFP. Interview with witness couples.

It's Your Choice
Diocese of Fresno
Family Life Office
1530 N. Fresno St.
Fresno, CA 93703
(209) 488-7467

Length: 30 min
Also available in Spanish

Offers an introduction to NFP. Special feature, couples from different cultural backgrounds give their impressions about NFP. Recommended for marriage preparation.

Love and Fertility
Family of the Americas
P.O. Box 1170
Dunkirk, MD 20754
1-301-627-3346

Also available in Spanish, French and English

The Billings Ovulation Method explained in simple terms through an animated story.

The Marital Embrace: Living God's Love
The Aware Center
Central Bureau, C.C.U.A.
3835 Westminster Place
St. Louis, MO 63108
(314) 371-1653

Length: 14 min; 30 sec

Excellent introduction to NFP. Especially recommended for marriage preparation programs and NFP courses. Witness couples include Scott and Kimberly Hahn. Mercedes Wilson, Family of the Americas, states that this video is "...a dramatic testimony against the contraceptive mentality."

Natural Family Planners
WOMANITY
1700 Oak Park Blvd. Rm C-4
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(415) 943-6424

Length: 30 min

Interviews with NFP couples. Emphasis on benefits of using NFP in marriage.

Natural Family Planning
Sacred Heart Medical Center
Dept. of Educational Services
West 101 Eighth Avenue
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 455- 3131
or contact:
Sheed and Ward Publishing Co.
P.O. Box 419492
Kansas City, MO 64141

Length: 15 min

Introductory information on the fertility cycle and a basic explanation of NFP methodology. Witness by NFP couples. Recommended for marriage preparation, adult education, and clergy in-service.

Natural Family Planning
Twin Cities NFP Center, Inc.
Health East St. Joseph's Hospital
69 West Exchange Street
St. Paul, MN 55102-1053
(612) 232-3088

Length: 11:41 min

General introduction to NFP especially designed for hospital based programs and health care providers.

Natural Family Planning: A Couples Choice
Providence Medical Center
Attn: Fran Conedera
Nurses Education
4805 NE Glisan
Portland, OR 97213
(503) 230-6563

Length: 15 min

Introduction to NFP especially designed for hospital based programs and health care providers.

Natural Family Planning: Where is it written?
St. John's Mercy Medical Center
Office of NFP
11700 Studt Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63141

Length: 8 min

NFP is introduced by an anatomical sketch of the female reproductive system. Offers brief, but clear overview of NFP methods.

NFP
Archdiocese of San Francisco
Family Life Ministries
445 Church Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 565-3622

Length: 11 min 50 sec

Hispanic, Asian, and Caucasian couples give witness to why they have chosen NFP as a method of family planning. This video was designed to be used with couples not familiar with NFP in a marriage preparation setting.

NFP: A Decision for Love and Life
Archdiocese of Omaha
3214 N. 60th Street
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 551-9003

Length: approx. 20 min

Dramatizations focus on how couples reach the decision to use NFP, how they overcome difficult aspects, and how they benefit from using it.

NFP: A Faith Response
Pastoral Ministry Office
Diocese of San Jose
900 Lafayette Street Suite 301
Santa Clara, CA 95050-4966
(408) 983-0100

Length: 35.5 min
Price: Contact Above
Available in Spanish
Recommended for marriage preparation. Includes interview with a witness couple, an overview of NFP, Church teaching, physiology, OM and STM.

NFP: A Natural Alternative
Diocese of Harrisburg
Office of NFP
4800 Union Deposit Road
P.O. Box 3557
Harrisburg, PA 17105-3557
717-657-4804

Length: 20 min

Introduction to STM and OM. Includes interviews with NFP couples from South Central Pennsylvania.

NFP - A Special Message
Liguori Publications
Attn: Audio and Videocassette Dept.
One Liguori Drive
Liguori, MO 63057-9989
1-800-325-9521 ext: 663

Length: 10 min

This video begins with an explanation of male and female fertility and then introduces NFP in an informative way. Offers an overview of both OM and STM.

NFP-A Way of Life
Serena-Canada
151 Holland Ave.
Ottawa, Ontario K1Y 0Y2
CANADA
(613) 728-6536

Length: 15 min

Introduction to Natural Family Planning with emphasis on STM. Couples give testimony of the benefits of using NFP.

Your Special Signs
NFP Center of Washington, DC
8514 Bradmoor Drive
Bethesda, M.D. 20817-3810
(301) 897-9323

Length: 11 min
Also available in Spanish

A basic introduction to a woman's fertility cycle and NFP. Special emphasis is given to the ovulation method.

NFP Instructional

The Billings Ovulation Method
Vol 1: The Application
Vol 2: The Science
Kay Ek
Office of Natural Family Planning
316 North 7th Ave.
St. Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 252-2100

Length: 1 hr. 25 min.

Vol. 1: The Application; Drs. John and Evelyn Billings explain and teach the ovulation method.

Vol.2: The Science; The technical aspects of NFP research are highlighted in this video. The Billings interview scientists James Brown, Meg Smith and others.

Fertility: A Guide to Natural Family Planning
The Dept. of Medical Illustration
University of Oxford
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headington, Oxford OX3 9DU

Length: 1 hr. 50 min

A teaching video in six parts it includes understanding human fertility; STM; for breastfeeding mothers; after stopping the pill; NFP and premenopause.

Four Part Series by Dr. Joseph Roetzer
Hallel Communications
Route 340
Sparkill, NY 10976
(914) 365-2277

Length: 1 hr. 50 min.

A four part series designed for instructional purposes. Part 1: introduces and explains a woman's fertility cycle and STM; Part II: discusses special circumstances, e.g. intra-menstrual bleeding; Part III: deals with interpretation of charts; and Part IV: is devoted to STM and the breastfeeding mother.

Living in Harmony with Your Fertility
Diocese of Buffalo
The Catholic Center
795 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14211
(716) 847-5533

Length: approx. 52 min.
Also available for non-sectarian groups
(Version S)

Offers practical insights into human fertility and NFP's unifying role within marriage. Promotes ST and OM methods. Divided in 4 modules covering: NFP History; NFP philosophy; negative attitudes and prejudices towards NFP; and various questions and answers.