These are some of the questions that people have about Family Planning, I'll put them in a thread. RT for others

Q. Can anyone use modern family planning methods?
A. Yes, here is a rule of thumb, if you are having sex, you should strongly and I mean strongly consider getting one
Q. Can modern family planning, cause infertility?

A. The temporary methods do not cause infertility, once you stop using the temporary method, your fertility returns to the state it was before you started using the method

Permanent methods can't be reversed. Eg. Vasectomy
Q. What about the side effects

A. Look, side effects might happen, however, some women don't have any at all, while some might have a few, eg: changes in menstrual pattern, weight changes, headaches, breast tenderness

Make the decision with your provider on the best for you
Q. Can a woman who has just given birth use these modern family planning methods?

A. Some can be used immediately, eg: implants, condoms, pills and even tying the tubes

If she wants to use injectables or the IUD, she might have to wait a few weeks. All are safe in breastfeeding
Q. Will these modern family planning methods affect my health?

A. No, they are not dangerous to your health and won't cause problems to you in the future, but speak to your doctor if you have existing health conditions
Q. But my neighbor said that these modern methods fail?

A. There is a slight chance that some might fail, however that chance is too small, some of the these methods would work 99% of the time, if they fail, there is a chance that it was not used properly
If you have more questions, add them to this thread, I'll do my best to answer them, or you can also follow @CCSImpact for more information on family planning.

If you can, share this thread on your TL, I am sure that someone is currently wondering what they can use
You can follow @aproko_doctor.
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