E. B Tinbiri

This study explores the determinants influencing the utilization of postpartum family planning (PPFP) among women attending postnatal care at Oluku Primary Health Care Center in Nigeria. The primary aim is to identify the socio-cultural, institutional, and personal factors that affect women’s intentions and actual use of modern contraceptive methods during the postpartum period. Understanding these factors is vital to designing effective interventions that promote reproductive health and reduce maternal and infant morbidity and mortality in the region. The research adopts a descriptive survey design, targeting all women attending the postnatal clinic at Oluku PHC within a specified period. A structured questionnaire serves as the primary instrument for data collection, focusing on demographic variables, awareness, attitudes, and perceptions regarding family planning. Data analysis is carried out using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentages, means, and standard deviations to summarize the responses and interpret the findings. The findings suggest that socio-cultural norms, partner involvement, knowledge of contraceptive methods, and perceived service quality significantly influence post partum family planning utilization. The study concludes that improving education, community engagement, and service quality are essential to increasing contraceptive uptake among postpartum women. Recommendations include implementing targeted awareness campaigns, integrating family planning counseling into routine postnatal services, and fostering male involvement to address cultural barriers and promote positive reproductive health outcomes.