Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Skilled Birth Attendants towards Immediate Postpartum Family Planning Services

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Abstract

Introduction: Postpartum Family Planning (PPFP) is one of the “High Impact Practices” to reduce maternal and infant mortality in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Health Service Providers (HSPs) need to integrate these services as a core component of maternity services. This study aims to evaluate HSPs’ “knowledge, attitude and practices” regarding immediate PPFP. /> <meta name=

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