Desired Family Size, Sexual Activity, Fertility, and Contraceptive Intention among Young Women in Uganda

Paulino Ariho, Makerere University
Allen Kabagenyi, Makerere University, Institute of Statistics And Applied Economics,

Using, the 2016 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey (UDHS), this study examines the desired family size, reproductive health behaviors and their association with contraceptive intentions of young people in Uganda. Analysis was done on a weighted sample of 8,086 women aged 15-24 years. The findings a quarter (25%) of the young women did not intend to use family planning in future. Multivariable regression results show that sexual, reproductive behaviors and desired family size have a significant association with young women’s future demand for family planning. Investment in young people’s sexual and reproductive health will lead to better maternal health in future and also accelerate reduction in fertility.