This indicator captures the percentage of married women who express an unmet desire to limit their family size, highlighting a critical aspect of reproductive health. It includes those currently pregnant with an unwanted child, women whose last birth was unplanned, and fecund women who are neither pregnant nor amenorrheic and actively seeking to have no more children but are not utilizing family planning methods. Understanding this unmet need is vital for policymakers, as it reveals potential
gaps in access to reproductive health services, education, and contraceptive options. By addressing these unmet desires, communities can improve maternal health outcomes, enhance family well-being, and empower women to make informed choices about their reproductive futures.
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