Prematurity, low birthweight and death are common now. Counseling before discharge from a maternity unit likely has an impact on subsequent contraceptive use.
United Nations Population Fund to Ensure Reproductive Health Care of Women in Nepal
Almost two million women of reproductive age have been affected in Nepal. Of these, about 126,000 pregnant women are in urgent need of clean delivery.
Almost two million women of reproductive age have been affected in Nepal. Of these, about 126,000 pregnant women are in urgent need of clean delivery.
‘Child health risks has emerged in the past few decades and the ideal strategy is to incorporate contraceptive advice and services across the continuum of reproductive healthcare.’
How successful have interventions and projects to improve postpartum contraceptive uptake been? A new study published in Studies in Family Planning as part of the December special issue "Postpartum and Post-Abortion Contraception: From Research to Programs" analyzes data from 35 studies (19 of which were not included in earlier reviews) to address this important question, and identifies program implications and future research priorities. Key findings include that counseling before discharge from a maternity unit likely has an impact on subsequent contraceptive use and that the integration of family planning into immunization and pediatric services is justified (despite few programs offering these services).
The case can also be made for relaxing the strict conditions for LAM (the Lactational Amenorrhea Method based on the premise that breastfeeding interferes with the release of the hormones needed to trigger ovulation) to be considered an effective postpartum contraceptive method.
Exposure to Phthalates Shown to Possibly Affect Reproductive Health of Male Newborns
Male infants whose mothers were exposed to chemicals called phthalates during pregnancy may have a greater risk of future infertility.
Male infants whose mothers were exposed to chemicals called phthalates during pregnancy may have a greater risk of future infertility.
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Research Says S-Equol Supplements Associated With Improved Measures of Reproductive Health in Postmenopausal Women
Study says post-menopausal women experienced improvements in vaginal atrophy, with no significant effect on hormone levels or genital bleeding.
Study says post-menopausal women experienced improvements in vaginal atrophy, with no significant effect on hormone levels or genital bleeding.
Investing in Sexual and Reproductive Health of Adolescents Yields Lifetime Benefits
Age 10 to 14 years is a time when both girls and boys are constructing their own identities and are typically open to new ideas and influences.
Age 10 to 14 years is a time when both girls and boys are constructing their own identities and are typically open to new ideas and influences.
