A qualitative exploration of contraceptive use and discontinuation among women with an unmet need for modern contraception in Kenya.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Addressing the unmet need for modern contraception underpins the goal of all family planning and contraception programs. Contraceptive discontinuation among those in need of a method hinders the attainment of the fertility desires of women, which may result in unintended pregnancies. This paper presents experiences of contraceptive use, reasons for discontinuation, and future intentions to use modern contraceptives.

Methods

Qualitative data were collected in two rural counties in Kenya in 2019 from women with unmet need for contraception who were former modern contraceptive users. Additional data was collected from male partners of some of the women interviewed. In-depth interviews and focus group discussions explored previous experience with contraceptive use, re

SUBMITTER: Ontiri S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7871615 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature