The objective of this study is, therefore, to describe the traditional contraception methods as well as community perception on fertility regulation, sexual and family size norms. The study utilized an exploratory qualitative research method to collect relevant information. It is one of the 49 Peasant Associations in the District. The study area is one of the remote sites with poor infrastructure and low health service coverage in the Region. The village is located some 10 kilometers from the district town of Bensa.
Modern communication means are lacking and the public transport system is underdeveloped.
These individuals were selected purposely for the sake of obtaining people who are believed to be knowledgeable about the subject matter as well as capable of expressing themselves well. Two individuals from each category were interviewed. The study was carried out in January 1998. The interviews were intended to generate information on the type of contraception commonly practiced and on the perception of the community on fertility regulation. Each interview took approximately 45 minutes.