Postpartum Intrauterine Contraceptive Device Perception among Antenatal Women Attending Private Obstetric Health-care Facility: A Study on Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices

Abstract

Abstract Background: Postpartum intrauterine contraceptive device (PPIUCD) is a highly safe, effective, reliable, long-acting contraceptive used during the immediate postpartum period that promotes the health of mother and child by preventing health-related complications associated with closely spaced pregnancies. Methodology: The study was a cross-sectional observational study design. A total of 100 antenatal women registered at the hospital were questioned for data collection. Recruitment of the study population was done based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, and a prevalidated prestructured questionnaire was used. Informed consent was obtained, and answers were recorded on a case record form. Results: Majority (89.9%) of the women in the study were aware of some contraceptive methods. Only 39% were aware specifically regarding PPIUCD and only 2% had previously used it. Antenatal mother’s education was found to be remarkably associated with its usage. Conclusion: The data collected highlight that major proportion of antenatal women lacked knowledge regarding PPIUCD, had a resistant attitude toward it, and very few had ever used it, thus showing the excessive need to focus on PPIUCD literacy and awareness to fulfill the family planning needs of the community.