Men are aware of the practicality and desirability of having a small family, but they are not equipped with the knowledge of family planning (FP) methods to prevent pregnancy.
Isang Kahig, Isang Tuka, Isang Pangarap
Robie Cornelio lives in Brgy. Silangan, Calauan, Laguna. That area is called “Looban.” Robie’s grandmother was born in Looban, where there are many illegal settlers. At least 50 families live there to this day.
Study Finds Men Learn Modern Family Planning Methods Only After an Unplanned Pregnancy
It is only after men marry as a result of an unplanned pregnancy do they learn about modern forms of family planning (FP) from their wives. This is one of the conclusions derived from the paper Male Involvement in FP: A Qualitative Inquiry* by Dr. Clarissa C. David.
Thou shall not kill thyself!
Isang kaklase noon sa elementarya ang ‘di ko inakalang sinubukang magpakamatay sa pamamagitan ng pag-inom ng isang brand ng pipe/drain declogger.
Research Finds Filipino Males Have Positive Influence on Family Planning
Isn’t fertility, childbearing and determining family size more directly affected by women?
What Do Filipino Men Know About Family Planning? It Depends on Their Socio-Economic Background
Non-use of condoms is not due to inaccessibility – 70% of men know where to obtain one.