Shannon Vitale Explains the Creighton Model, Fertility Care and Cycle Charting

Shannon Vitale of OSF St. Anthony’s Medical Center explains how the Creighton Model uses cycle charting to help women understand fertility patterns and identify possible health concerns. In this episode of According to Jayma and Nikki, she discusses natural family planning, NAPRO technology and care for issues such as endometriosis, polycystic ovaries and hormonal imbalances.

The conversation also covers fertility evaluations, referrals to trained providers and the value of investigating underlying causes when pregnancy is difficult to achieve. Vitale describes her work with clients in Alton and the role that faith plays in the program’s approach.

Jayma and Nikki continue with a broader discussion of menstrual products, body literacy, breastfeeding, reproductive health education and the importance of using accurate anatomical language with children. They also reflect on period access, workplace challenges and what they wish they had learned earlier about women’s health.