Natural birth control after coming off the pill

[mistle]

Hello,

I'm new to the board so apologies if this topic has been mentioned although I did look through all the posts on this subject (I think!).

Anyway, I've been on the pill for 12 years now and have just finished a pack which I've decided is going to be my last. I was wondering if anybody knew how long after coming off the pill you can start charting with the natural birth control method? I've ordered 'Taking charge of your fertility' by Toni Weschler but in the meantime was wondering if anybody had any information regarding how long it takes to get your body back to normal as it were!

Thanks :)

I came off the pill and started using Persona. Tbh mine is only just settling down, has taken 5-6 months but now I have a good idea when I ovulate, when period will start etc. although I am still swinging between a 23 - 29 day cycle and ovulating between day 8 - day 14 so not perfect yet!

Thanks for the replies; yes I've been thinking about taking a class. I've got the FAM book now and there's a lot to take in! Feeling positive and liberated about becoming aware of what is going on with me body and when :)