Family Planning

Controlling the number and spacing of children, especially through contraception and sterilization, is known simply as family planning. In short, family planning services are meant to empower couples to determine and maintain family size and space through educational, comprehensive medical and social activities, including appropriate methods and tools. The use of contraception is not just about maintaining family size. They are very sensitive to body weight and believe that all contraceptives cause obesity. Hormonal contraceptives have a metabolic effect that can cause obesity but can be maintained with exercise and diet. Shelter Ashraya Nepal works to empower women and girls to take responsibility for their health, enabling them to make informed decisions about family planning and access responsive contraception options as per their needs