Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Madhya Pradesh Sees Rise in Contraceptive Use, Experts Say
In Madhya Pradesh, more couples are now using temporary methods to prevent pregnancy, according to experts.
This is a good sign because it means people are making informed choices about when to have children.
Experts suggest waiting at least two years after marriage to have the first child and spacing children at least three years apart.
This helps mothers stay healthy and gives them time to recover.
The government is helping spread information about family planning to new couples so they can make the best decisions for their families.
This also allows the couple to prepare financially and establish themselves.
Experts report positive shifts in family planning in Madhya Pradesh.
Temporary contraceptive use rose from 6.9% (NFHS-4) to 12.9% (NFHS-5).
Experts emphasize the benefits of delaying the first childbirth and spacing between children.
Government aims to provide timely family planning information to newly married couples.
Vikalp project works with the government to spread accurate family planning information.
- Who
- Experts and the Vikalp project.
- What
- Increase in use of temporary contraceptive methods and positive shifts in family planning.
- When
- Reported on Monday, June 16.
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, specifically Gwalior.
- Why
- To promote informed decisions about family planning and maternal health.
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Timing of first childbirth
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Delaying the first childbirth
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Spacing between children
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Spacing between children
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- NFHS-4 Temporary Contraceptive Use
- 6.9%
- NFHS-5 Temporary Contraceptive Use
- 12.9%
- Recommended Gap Between Children
- Minimum 3 years
- Recommended Delay Before First Childbirth
- At least 2 years
- Government Initiative
- Provide info to newlyweds about family planning.
- Project involved
- Vikalp