Adolescent Postpartum Contraception

Young mothers face structural, social, and systemic barriers to postpartum contraceptive access. Adolescent mothers face heightened health and socioeconomic risks that make the postpartum period important for preventing repeat pregnancy. M…

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Young mothers face structural, social, and systemic barriers to postpartum contraceptive access. Adolescent mothers face heightened health and socioeconomic risks that make the postpartum period important for preventing repeat pregnancy. Missed counselling during antenatal and postnatal care contributes to reduced postpartum contraceptive uptake. The review focuses on adolescent mothers aged 10–19 within 12 months after childbirth.