ASHA ShikshaMother & Newborn Care · 5/5
Family planning
family_restroomWhy spacing matters
A gap of at least 3 years between two children keeps the mother and child healthy. The first child should come after the age of 20.
Talk to the couple together when possible.
medicationSpacing methods
Condoms, daily pills (Mala-N), weekly pill Chhaya, the Antara injection every 3 months, and Copper-T (IUCD) - which can also be put right after delivery (PPIUCD).
You can give condoms, pills and pregnancy test kits from your drug kit.
health_and_safetyPermanent methods
For couples who do not want more children: sterilisation for women and no-scalpel vasectomy (NSV) for men. NSV is simple and quick. Both are free, and the person receives compensation.
Clear myths: NSV does not cause weakness in men.
infoFor training ASHA workers. Always follow your ANM, Medical Officer and the latest Government guidelines. In an emergency, call 108.