L5.1.2.5: Responsible Parenthood

• Responsible Parenthood

  ○ Refers to the will and ability of a parent to respond to the needs and aspirations of the family and children.
• ○ Shared responsibility between parents to determine and achieve the desired number, spacing, and timing of their children according to:

  ■ Family life aspirations

  ■ Psychological preparedness

  ■ Health Status

  ■ Sociocultural and Economic concerns

  ■ Stability of their livelihood

  ■ Religious Convictions