In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, men and women often want different things when it comes to having kids. Men usually want more children than women do. This isn't just about personal preference. It's tied to deeper social and gender rules that shape how people talk and decide about family planning. A recent study dug into this topic. Researchers talked to men...
Vietnam has made a significant change to its family planning rules. The country has decided to do away with its long-standing two-child policy. This shift comes as Vietnam deals with a drop in birth rates and a shrinking workforce. Lawmakers in Vietnam have updated the Population Law, giving families the freedom to choose how many children they want. This policy chan...
Married women in Nyabiheke camp face a significant problem. Unplanned pregnancies are common. This is surprising because family planning services are available. So, why aren't more women using them? This question is at the heart of a recent study. It looked into the obstacles and supports for family planning use among married refugee women in Nyabiheke camp. The...
In the heart of Viranşehir, a unique experiment unfolded. It focused on married women who could not read or write. These women were of childbearing age. The goal was to see if pictures could change their views on family planning. Could visual aids influence their choices about birth control? The idea was simple. Educate these women using pictures. See if it shifts t...
Ethiopia faces a significant challenge in promoting the use of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs). These methods, which include implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs), are crucial for preventing unwanted pregnancies. They also give women more control over their reproductive health and family planning. However, many women in Ethiopia do not use these cont...
Women's health faces a significant challenge. Around the world, 164 million women express a desire for family planning but lack access to it. This gap in family planning services has serious effects on both women and their children. One major factor contributing to this issue is intimate partner violence (IPV). IPV is a widespread problem, with 245 million women expe...
In Ethiopia, the number of children a woman has greatly affects the country's population growth. This growth is a big challenge for Ethiopia's goal of becoming a middle-income nation. A recent study looked at why some women have more children than others. The study used information from a 2019 survey of almost 9, 000 women. It tried out different ways to analyze...
Nick Cannon, the star of the show "Masked Singer, " has made it clear. He is not finished with having kids. He has already fathered 12 children with six different women. This news came out during a podcast episode. Two former NFL players, Ryan Clark and Channing Crowder, were talking about their vasectomies. They had both decided to have the procedure after having se...
Syrian women who have moved to new countries face many challenges. One big issue is planning their families and dealing with unexpected pregnancies. This isn't just about having kids; it's about navigating a new culture, language, and healthcare system. These women often find themselves in a tough spot. They might not know much about family planning resources in the...
In Tanzania, family planning is a big deal. Lots of people want it, but not everyone gets it. Why? Some men don't like it, some people don't know enough about health, and some think it goes against their beliefs. So, what can be done? Religious leaders can help. They can talk to people in their communities and spread the word about family planning. But does it work...