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Discussion about entry: *Y.C.* IUDs for India
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Is this a cost-effective intervention? Is it affordable for low-income women?
Also, do you think it is socially and culturally accepted? If not, what ways do you plan to integrate IUD implementation into existing perceptions of birth control?
IUDs are highly cost-effective, more than any other reversible method, and cheaper than tubal ligation. Low-income women can get them for free in government family planning clinics in India.
A USAID study has found increasing awareness of IUDs among women and providers is also effective at increasing uptake in Gujarat, India. IUDs are less invasive than tubal ligation, which is currently the most popular method. The main barrier is increasing awareness of IUDs among women and men and addressing myths among women and providers.
Hi Laura,
Your idea seems great and logical. I would like to share our experience in Project Disha regarding IUD insertions.As part of improving maternal health we tried to promote IUDs citing health benefits.We did intensive community awareness programms within the villages.
But unfortunetly in last two years we have not able to convince more than 25 women to go for it.We did pre and post insertion counselling and check-ups as well.
In place of it more than 1000 women are taking oral pills inspite of religious and social barriers.
You have a tough job at hand as post insertion complications including infections really can deter women going for it.
Thanks for your insight! Were the IUDs hormonal or the Copper T?
Do you have a current supply of IUD's to start with? If not, who do you plan to get the IUD's from and have you approached them about this idea?
Also, do you plan to work with the government to promote your idea? If so, how?
Dear Laura,
Pregna International is a leading manufacturer of IUDs in India and we are very passionate about this method.
We would be happy to assist you in your project and would love to hear more about it.
Do contact us to take this discussion further.