CONTRACEPTION

AND HEALTHCARE
SERVICES
 IS IT A FACT OF BLUFF?
◦1. Contraception leads to infertility
BLUFF

Fertility returns once the method is

discontinued.
 IS IT A FACT OF BLUFF?
◦2. Contraception is only for women.
BLUFF
Men also has contraception such as
condoms, vasectomy and withdrawal.
 IS IT A FACT OF BLUFF?
◦3. Contraception is 100% effective.
BLUFF
No contraceptive method offers complete
protection against pregnancy.
 IS IT A FACT OF BLUFF?
4. Contraception is only for preventing
pregnancy.
BLUFF
Some methods offer additional benefits like regulating
menstrual cycles, reducing menstrual pain and
managing hormonal imbalances.
 IS IT A FACT OF BLUFF?
◦5. Contraception is always readily
accessible.
BLUFF
Access to contraception can be limited by various
factors including financial barriers, lack of
healthcare provider and social stigma.
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦1. Promoting Health and Well-Being
◦-Access to reproductive healthcare services
ensures individuals can receive essential
screenings, vaccinations, and treatments to
maintain their reproductive health.
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦2. Preventing and Managing Diseases
◦-Reproductive healthcare services offer
preventive measures such as contraception to
prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually
transmitted infections (STI’s).
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦3. Empowering Individuals
◦-By providing information, education, and
services related to reproductive health,
individuals can make informed decisions about
their bodies, sexuality and family planning.
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦4. Reducing Maternal and Infant
Mortality
◦-Access to prenatal care, safe childbirth
services, and post natal care significantly
reduces the risks of maternal and infant
mortality
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦5. Supporting Gender Equality
◦-By addressing reproductive health needs
specific to women, such as maternal healthcare,
family planning and access to safe abortion
services.
 IMPORTANCE OF REPRODUCTIVE
HEALTHCARE SERVICES
◦6. Population Control
◦-helps in controlling population growth,
contributing to sustainable development and
resource management.
 “Letter to my Future Partner”
Exploring Contraception Together
◦ Instruction:
◦ Compose a letter for your future husband or wife.
◦Instructions:
1. Introduction: Introduce yourself and express your feelings about the
relationship.
2. Body: Discuss the importance of family planning and contraception in a
relationship. Share your thoughts and feelings about various contraception
methods, including their benefits and potential drawbacks. Express openness in
discussing and deciding on contraception methods together as a couple.
◦Conclusion: Reiterate your commitment to the relationship and to making
informed decisions about contraception together.
 ◦“Empowerment Through
Knowledge: The importance of
Healthcare Services”

◦Make an infographic about the

importance of reproductive
healthcare services.