High fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub-County, Kibuku District

Abstract

This study aimed at examining the high fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub County, Kibuku District. Specifically, the researcher aimed at finding out the causes of high fertility and the effects on an individual, family and the general community. The researcher used these findings to make recommendations on what should be done to reduce or possibly end the high fertility among mothers. The study used qualitative methods. It took place in Nabiswa Sub County in Kibuku District where 10 respondents (teenage mothers) who had been exposed to the problem were purposively selected. The researcher used interview guide to solicit responses from the respondents. The researcher employed thematic presentation to analyze findings.