Expert: Fr. Michael - 3/20/2005

Question
Father,
I have 4 children (3 via c-section) and was diagnosed with a uterine condition  which makes it dangerous for me to get pregnant again.  My Dr urged me to have a tubal ligation during the last c-section, which I refused, but is still an option.  I would like to know: What is the least sinful form of birth control a Catholic with a medical conditon can use?  I know the IUD and mini-pill are abortifiacient and would never use them.  NFP does not work for us due to irregular cycles; we had 2 children in 2 years while using NFP faithfully and we cannot afford to try that method again, obviously.  Your advice would be greatly appreciated! Cathy

Answer
Some questions are of a highly personal or individual nature that it would not be possible to discuss by E-mail.  These are questions on which you would most appropriately be given advice and counsel by your own confessor, who can come to know you and knowledgeably guide your spiritual life.

If you do not have a regular confessor, you should consult the Traditional Directory, www.traditio.com/tradlib/masslat.txt to find one as conveniently local to you as is available.  Sometimes it may take some effort, but in that effort you will enhance the grace of Faith and will develop a relationship with a confessor who can personally come to know your spiritual state and
prudently guide you.