Family planning does not only mean contraception, but also includes financial planning, health, and each person’s future to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancies and help build a stable family.
But the question is, can family planning really help prevent unplanned pregnancies and how can it be effective?
1. What is family planning?
Family planning is a process that helps individuals control the appropriate timing to have children and prevent unplanned pregnancies by relying on the following factors:
- Choosing the appropriate contraception method
- Preparing health before pregnancy
- Financial planning and the future of the family
2. Choosing the appropriate contraception method
Highly effective contraception is an important tool in family planning and helps reduce the chance of unplanned pregnancies.
| Contraception Method | Effectiveness (when used correctly) | Suitable for |
| Monthly birth control pills | More than 99% | Those who can take pills on time |
| Contraceptive implants | More than 99% | Those who want long-term contraception |
| Intrauterine device (IUD) | More than 99% | Those who want contraception for 5-10 years |
| Contraceptive injections | More than 99% | Those who do not want to take pills daily |
| Condoms | 85-98% | Everyone, prevents both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections |
Things to know:
- Choose a contraception method that suits the lifestyle, health, and needs of each individual
- Condoms should always be used with the main contraception method to prevent sexually transmitted infections
3. Factors that make family planning ineffective
Although family planning can help prevent unplanned pregnancies, there are factors that can lead to mistakes, such as:
- Incorrect or inconsistent use of contraception methods such as forgetting to take birth control pills, not taking them on time, or using condoms incorrectly
- Lack of communication with one’s partner leading to a lack of cooperation in prevention
- Lack of access to contraception information and services especially among youth who do not receive proper sex education
- Economic and social factors such as teenage mothers who do not have access to appropriate health services
4. Guidelines for effective family planning
1. Study and choose the contraception method that suits you
- Consult a doctor about the best options for you
- Use highly effective contraception methods such as contraceptive implants or IUDs
2. Openly communicate with your partner
- Family planning should be the responsibility of both parties
- Agree on which contraception method to use and ensure both parties understand each other
3. Access safe family planning services
- Seek advice from health centers or specialist doctors
- Exercise your right to access free or affordable contraception services provided by the government
Conclusion: Can family planning really prevent unplanned pregnancies?
It can truly help if appropriate methods are used and cooperation is received from all parties, whether individuals, families, or the government.
- If you choose effective and feasible contraception methods the chance of unplanned pregnancies will significantly decrease
- Communicating with your partner is important to ensure cooperation
- Support from family and society will help make family planning effective
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