Examining the Relationship Between Fertility Goals and Contraceptive Practices in Malawian Mothers - Takeaways - MDSpire

Examining the Relationship Between Fertility Goals and Contraceptive Practices in Malawian Mothers

  • By

  • Redson Mwandama

  • Sydney Nkhoma

  • Margubur Rahaman

  • Christopher Chombo

  • Gladson Andrew Chipala

  • April 22, 2026

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    In Malawi, 49.8% of women with at least one child want no more children, while 44.7% desire additional children.

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    The likelihood of wanting another child decreases significantly with age and parity among Malawian mothers.

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    Among women with limiting demand, 72.4% use modern contraception, while 25.4% use no method at all.

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    Modern contraceptive use is positively linked to higher education, employment, and urban residence in Malawi.

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    To reduce unmet contraceptive needs, Malawi must enhance access and support for method continuation and family planning.

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Examining the Relationship Between Fertility Goals and Contraceptive Practices in Malawian Mothers

  • by Redson Mwandama, Sydney Nkhoma, Margubur Rahaman, Christopher Chombo, Gladson Andrew Chipala

  • April 22, 2026

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