JAKARTA - A powerful woman is a woman who has control over her body and her future. One form of control is the ability to consciously and responsibly plan for pregnancy. Because family planning is not only a health issue, but also a fundamental women's reproductive right. For this reason, PT Kalbe Farma Tbk (Kalbe) is committed to supporting family planning as part of women's empowerment efforts. This momentum coincides with the International Women's Day.
"The decision on when to get pregnant is a form of women's control over their own body and future. The one who goes through pregnancy, hormonal changes, to medical risks is the woman herself. Pregnancy planning allows mothers to prepare for physical conditions, nutritional status, and safe pregnancy intervals. Mentally, planned pregnancy makes mothers more prepared and confident. This is not just delaying pregnancy, but women's reproductive rights as a whole," said Medical Associate Manager of PT Kalbe Farma Tbk, dr. Karen Denisa.
Based on data from the National Research and Innovation Agency in 2022, the number of unplanned pregnancies in Indonesia is in the range of 10.7-15.5 percent of total pregnancies. This means that out of every ten pregnancies, one to two of them occur without careful planning. This condition can have an impact on the physical and mental health of mothers, as well as family well-being. Medical risks such as anemia, premature labor, and low birth weight are a serious concern. Therefore, education and access to contraceptives are becoming increasingly important.
Kalbe sees family planning as the foundation in building a healthy and quality generation. Planned pregnancies allow women to prepare their bodies and mental conditions optimally. Safe birth intervals also help prevent complications in mothers and babies. In addition, economic readiness and family support also determine the quality of child growth and development. Thus, family planning contributes directly to the future of the nation.
"From a medical perspective, unplanned pregnancies have various risks. The biggest risk is the condition of the mother who is not ready in terms of health and mental health. For example, the mother is anemic or still in the recovery period after the previous delivery. This condition can affect fetal development, such as increasing the risk of premature delivery and low birth weight. In addition, mental unpreparedness can trigger stress to postpartum depression. Therefore, family planning is very important to protect the health of mothers and babies," explained dr. Karen.
As part of its commitment to women's health, PT Kalbe Farma Tbk through its subsidiary, PT Hexpharm Jaya, is committed to expanding access to health services. This includes access to the provision of a variety of quality oral hormonal contraceptives. Equal access to contraceptives helps women determine the best time to have children. This step also supports the creation of a family that is more physically, mentally, and economically prepared. Kalbe ensures that the distribution of contraceptive products reaches various regions in Indonesia.
"Contraception is not only a medical commodity, but an important part of women's reproductive rights. By providing quality and easily accessible contraceptive options, Hexpharm Jaya supports women in determining their own best time to have children, because each woman has different readiness, both physically and mentally. Hexpharm Jaya believes that a healthy and empowered woman is an important foundation for the family and the future of the nation," said Brand Executive PT Hexpharm Jaya, Valentino Thomas.
In addition, Kalbe also collaborated with the Instagram platform ShePlans to expand education on family planning. This platform is an inclusive and educational space for women to get the right information. Various online campaigns, offline education, to discussions with medical personnel have been carried out. This initiative aims to reduce stigma and myths surrounding contraception. This comprehensive education is expected to increase women's confidence in making decisions.
"Hexpharm Jaya collaborates with ShePlans, presenting educational content, community discussions, and office to office activities to reach more women. We believe that innovation and proper communication can help reduce women's concerns about contraceptive side effects and increase women's confidence in family planning. This support is part of our long-term commitment to women's health," added Thomas.
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