Title: Providing NFP counseling within a family planning clinic.

POPLINE Document Number: 107743

Author(s):

Minervini C

Source citation:

In: Natural family planning: current knowledge and new strategies for the 1990s. Proceedings of a conference, Part II, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, December 10-14, 1990, edited by John T. Queenan, Victoria H. Jennings, Jeffrey M. Spieler, Helena von Hertzen. [Washington, D.C.], Georgetown University, Institute for International Studies in Natural Family Planning, [1991]. :147.

Abstract:

It is necessary to have the support of the clinic staff and an atmosphere of respect and tolerance for the beliefs and practices of all clients, staff, and administrators. Such an atmosphere of respect includes the recognition that natural family planning (NFP) is a viable alternative to other family planning methods, as well as the acknowledgement that there is no one family planning method that is good for everyone. The presentation of all method options should include, therefore, the advantages and disadvantages of each of the methods. Others believed that NFP instructors should teach only NFP and that it should be taught in a private area. The NFP instructor could work on a part-time basis and be available to provide services to more than one clinic. It was recognized that NFP needs more publicity and positive support in general from organizations, including the Catholic church. (full text)

Keywords:

Natural Family Planning
Counseling
Family Planning Instructors
Family Planning, Behavioral Methods
Family Planning
Clinic Activities
Program Activities
Programs
Organization and Administration
Family Planning Personnel
Family Planning Programs