What is the history of family planning in the Philippines?

Answer 1

Family planning is the planning of when to have children,[1] and the use of Birth Control[2][3] and other techniques to implement such plans. Other techniques commonly used include sexuality education,[3][4] prevention and management of sexually transmitted infections,[3] pre-conception counseling[3] and management, and infertility management.[2]

Family planning is sometimes used in the wrong way also as a synonym for the use of birth control, though it often includes more. It is most usually applied to a female-male couple who wish to limit the number of children they have and/or to control the timing of pregnancy (also known as spacing children). Family planning may encompass sterilization, as well as abortion.[5]

Answer 2

Family planning in the Philippines has a complex history due to cultural and religious factors. In the 1960s, the government promoted population control through a policy of forced sterilization and mass distribution of contraceptives. However, due to opposition from the Catholic Church and other groups, the government shifted towards promoting natural family planning methods. Today, access to family planning services remains a challenge due to the influence of conservative beliefs and limited resources.

Answer 3

Family planning is necessary in the Philippines because of the low employment rate in the country. The country wants to ensure that people are properly equipped to raise their children.