Rationalization, facilitators, and impediments of fertility transition in Ethiopia: qualitative exploration of the community readiness, willingness, and ability.

ABSTRACT:

Background

High fertility and rapid population growth can threaten human development and increase risks to maternal and child health. The diffusion of the benefits of lower fertility requires readiness to plan, and willingness and ability to adopt and use family planning measures.

Objective

This assessment aimed to explore the readiness, willingness, and ability (RWA) among selected Ethiopian communities, and identify the facilitators and impediments of fertility transition.

Design

This exploratory phenomenological qualitative study collects data from purposefully selected community members and experts in Addis Ababa, Arbaminch, and Jigjiga.

Method

The analysis follows deductive coding and a thematic presentation of findings under the RWA domains. Readiness dea

SUBMITTER: Gebremariam TB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11926834 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature