What are the components of Family planning?

Answer 1

Components of Family Planning

• Counseling
• Provision of Contraceptives
• Followup and Referral System

• Record Keeping
• Supervision
• Logistics

Counseling

Counseling is an important prerequisite for the initiation and continuation of a family planning method. Service providers should be trained to provide counseling about all available methods of family planning. There should be no incentives or coercion to adopt family planning or a particular contraceptive method.

Provision of Contraceptives

Contraceptives should be provided to clients in accordance with approved method-specific guidelines and by service providers who have been trained in the provision of that method.

Followup and Referral System

All clients who choose a family planning method should be informed of the appropriate follow up requirements and encouraged to return to the service provider should they have any concerns. Service providers should follow the established referral system when making client referrals.

Record Keeping

All family planning service providers should maintain adequate records to identify each client, the type of contraception provided and any special circumstances associated with its provision.

Supervision

Supervision is an essential component of program evaluation. It helps ensure that the needs of clients are being met and service delivery guidelines are being followed. The supervisor is a team member who promotes staff motivation, helps in problem solving and ensures that the rights of service providers and clients are observed.

Logistics

Maintenance of an effective logistic and supply system helps staff at service delivery points (SDPs) avoid both understocking and overstocking. In order to maintain quality services, SDP staff should adhere to procedures for proper storage and handling of contraceptive commodities as well as other supplies.

Answer 2

contraceptive

Answer 3

Contraceptive method