Postpartum family planning program in Rwanda
Implementation and Evaluation of a Large-scale Postpartum Family Planning Program in Rwanda
This study is testing a new program to help new mothers in Rwanda access long-lasting birth control to improve their health and the health of their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 26215 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Emory University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kigali, Kigali Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT05056545 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This program aims to address the high unmet need for postpartum family planning (PPFP) in Rwanda by implementing a multi-level intervention that has shown success in pilot testing. The intervention focuses on increasing the uptake of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) among postpartum women through collaboration with healthcare providers and community health workers. By utilizing an implementation science framework, the study will evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of the PPFP intervention in 10 high-volume health facilities in Kigali. The goal is to adapt the intervention for large-scale implementation to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include postpartum women up to 14 weeks postpartum receiving antenatal care or postpartum services at participating health facilities.
Not a fit: Patients who are prisoners will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce unintended pregnancies and improve maternal and newborn health in Rwanda.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown significant success with similar approaches in increasing the uptake of postpartum family planning methods.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Eligible PPFP promoters will be government facility providers working in ANC,L\&D, IV and/or postpartum services at one of the study facilities. * Eligible PPFP providers will be government facility providers working in L\&D, and/or family planning services at one of the study facilities. * Eligible Happy Client promotors will be postpartum women who received promotions and selected a PPFP method. * Eligible nurse/midwife and CHW promotors will be women working as nurses or CHWs at one of the intervention facilities. * All women eligible for PPFP services in this study will be at any stage of pregnancy or up to 14 weeks postpartum, and receiving antenatal care (ANC), L\&D, IV, or postpartum services at one of the intervention or pilot facilities Exclusion Criteria: * Prisoners
Where this trial is running
Kigali, Kigali Province
- Project San Francisco, Kigali — Kigali, Kigali Province, Rwanda (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kristin Wall, PhD — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Kristin Wall, PhD
- Email: kmwall@emory.edu
- Phone: 404-727-9088
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.