Contraceptives is key to empowering women’s reproductive health
Family planning is a powerful tool in reducing unintended pregnancies, which can have a positive ripple effect on society.
POLOKWANE – World Contraception Day is celebrated annually on September 26. This global initiative raises awareness on the importance of reproductive health and family planning.
According to the United Nations Population Fund South Africa, great progress has been made on the African continent with maternal deaths almost halved since 1990 as more women and men are better able to plan and space their children.
Young people are also more informed on sexual and reproductive health and their reproductive rights.
At this year’s World Contraceptive Day, Lizeth Kruger, Dis-Chem and Dis-Chem Baby City’s national clinic executive highlighted the importance of access to reliable information on contraceptives, and the invaluable role that clinics play in creating a safe space where women both young and mature, can learn, grow, and make confident birth control choices.
“World Contraceptive Day epitomises the progress and empowerment of women in shaping their reproductive well-being. We encourage every woman to consult a healthcare expert and explore the diverse contraceptive options available to them to allow them to make informed choices,” said Kruger.
Kruger also outlines the importance of contraceptives in improving and achieving optimum reproductive health.
Take charge of your reproductive health:
Contraception empowers women to take control of their reproductive choices, enabling them to pursue education, careers, and personal aspirations, while proving that a woman’s journey is more than just motherhood, it’s an evolution of possibilities.
With family planning access, women can create a future that aligns with their ambition.
“Equip yourself with reliable knowledge by talking to a nurse or doctor.”
Improve your health and well-being:
Family planning does not just offer reproductive freedom; it also ensures maternal health and well-being.
In this way moms can prioritise their health while spacing pregnancies to give each baby the best possible start in life. Mothers can access proper antenatal care through clinics to reduce the risk of complications.
Also, by choosing when and how to expand their families, mothers can strike a harmonious balance between their personal aspirations, affordability, and their roles as mothers.
Avoid unintended pregnancies:
Family planning is a powerful tool in reducing unintended pregnancies, which can have a positive ripple effect on society. It allows mothers to plan for their babies, ensuring that every child is welcomed into a loving and prepared environment.
