Introduction of the Intrauterine Contraceptive Device 375 in India: Positive Assessment Findings Help Guide National Scale Up

Methods Under the guidance of the MOHFW, FHI 360 introduced the IUCD 375 into 12 health facilities in six states and assessed the feasibility of introducing it on a national level. Training and communication materials were developed and used to train 127 health service providers on IUCD 375 provision. In addition, 427 motivators were trained to generate demand for IUCDs in communities. A standard IUCD card was created and used to monitor IUCD 375 uptake. The intervention occurred from June 2010 through February 2011. An assessment of provider perceptions and experiences took place through two rounds of in-depth interviews (60 in the first round and 46 in the second), conducted in October 2010 and in September/October 201