A High-Spirited Staff Nurse in Mathura Creates a Beneficiary Chain Through Word of Mouth

“When Poonam came to UPHC seeking medical treatment, I talked to her about family planning. She wanted to space her next pregnancy, but because of myths and misconceptions she never did. I clarified each of her myths and explained the effectiveness of various contraceptive methods from the basket of choice. I also shared videos of satisfied family planning users over her WhatsApp number. Later, Poonam opted for a method of her choice.”

Manju persuaded her next-door neighborUsha also. But her husband was apprehensive. Kashmiri counseled and persuaded them to use a family planning method of their choice. Manju also accepted a family planning method.

Kashmiri feels proud that her sincere efforts of counseling clients, dispelling myths and giving clear information about each method has spread the word about the benefits of family planning in the surrounding community.

“After a few weeks, I met Poonam’s elder sister Rekha, who
was accompanied by her sister-in-law Manju. They had
learnt about Poonam’s good experience and now both
wanted a LARC method for themselves.”