Factors Influencing Fertility in Northwest Ethiopia
Author Information
Author(s): Alene Getu Degu, Worku Alemayehu
Primary Institution: School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
Hypothesis
What are the key factors influencing fertility behavior in Northwest Ethiopia?
Conclusion
Education, reduced child mortality, delayed marriage, and knowledge of safe periods are crucial in reducing high fertility rates.
Supporting Evidence
- Women with at least secondary education had a lower risk of high fertility.
- Age at first marriage inversely affected the number of children born.
- Women in rural areas had significantly higher fertility rates compared to those in urban areas.
- Knowledge of the safe period during the menstrual cycle was linked to lower fertility.
Takeaway
The study found that women who are more educated and marry later tend to have fewer children.
Methodology
A comparative cross-sectional study using multi-stage cluster sampling and logistic regression analysis.
Limitations
The absence of a theoretically-grounded conceptual framework for the regression models.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 25 years and above, predominantly housewives, with 92% from families earning less than $110 monthly.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 0.21 to 0.64
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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