Lydia Nevarez-Mendez
Fertility Educator & Consultant
The Billings Ovulation Method®
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It is a privilege to accompany women and adolescent girls as they learn to recognize and interpret the natural biomarkers of fertility through the science of the Billings Ovulation Method® and learn how to chart their observations.
As they come to understand their fertility, they are able to identify patterns in their menstrual cycles that may warrant further evaluation. When this occurs, I collaborate with their doctors by sharing and reviewing their menstrual cycle charts.
This information can provide valuable insight into a woman’s fertility and reproductive health, bringing greater clarity to the assessment, diagnosis, and medical management of menstrual cycle irregularities and infertility.
My goal is to provide women and adolescent girls with accurate, science-based fertility education in a supportive environment where they can develop knowledge, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their bodies.
Scope of practice
My role is to provide fertility education and cycle information—not to diagnose or treat medical conditions. When medical evaluation or treatment is needed, I encourage collaboration with a health care professional.
Education Training & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Pedagogy
Academic preparation in educational theory, teaching methodology, and curriculum development, including the design and delivery of educational programs, courses, and seminars.
FEMM — Fertility Education Medical Management
I completed the FEMM, Fertility Education Medical Management course, which links reproductive health to nutrition, explores brain and endocrine influences, particularly in adolescence. The program provides a physiological foundation for clinical care and emphasizes ovulation as an important indicator of health.
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Medicine of Fertility & The Billings Ovulation Method
Center of Studies of Fertility, Faculty of Medicine, University of Concepción, Chile
Specialized training based on scientific evidence, focused on understanding natural fertility and supporting the prevention and management of reproductive health concerns.
Teen STAR — Education in Sexuality & Affectivity
Training in sexuality and affectivity education for adolescents, with an emphasis on the integral development of the person and the healthy integration of sexuality within personal relationships.
Billings Ovulation Method Association — USA
Teacher, trainer, and supervisor of teachers in the Billings Ovulation Method.
My personal journey
Ever since I was a girl, I have had a deep respect for nature and have marveled at the beauty and essence of womanhood.
When it was time to plan a family, my inner self just could not come to terms with the two choices presented to me: taking the pill or having a device inserted into my body. It felt so unreal to disrupt a healthy system by having an apparatus placed inside my body or by ingesting synthetic hormones. I was concerned about the potential side effects and did not want to take that risk.
My experience with Natural Fertility Regulation
Discovering a natural method that was based on science and allowed my body to function as nature intended was wonderful. It was highly effective for postponing pregnancy and simple to learn.
Throughout the different stages of my fertility, I was able to confidently space the births of my children without doubts or regrets. Learning to observe and understand my menstrual cycle also gave me valuable insight into my reproductive health. It allowed me to recognize changes that were not part of my normal cycle and seek appropriate medical care when something needed further attention.
I wanted to share it with the world!
After using this method for more than ten years, I became a certified teacher of natural family planning through The Billings Ovulation Method® Association -USA.
Woman, it is your body!
As my journey as a fertility educator began, I became increasingly aware of how little many women know about their own menstrual cycles. I also witnessed the challenges that both women and adolescent girls experience when seeking medical care for menstrual irregularities.
I knew I could not simply stand by.
I continued my education and sought training from organizations at the forefront of evidence-based approaches to reproductive health. The knowledge and tools I acquired have allowed me to collaborate with women and health care professionals, helping women better understand their cycles and providing meaningful information that can support appropriate medical evaluation and care when needed.
The benefit?
Women can become informed participants in their own reproductive health—better prepared to understand their bodies, recognize when something may need attention, and seek appropriate evidence-based care.
“Celebrate womanhood,
and proclaim an honest, generous, and healthier world”