Family planning and, more specifically, contraception, allows individuals and couples to plan their pregnancies, which can promote better overall health and well-being for both the mother and the child. This also helps to prevent multiple or unwanted pregnancies, including older women who are at risk of miscarriage and complications.

Proper family planning empowers individuals and couples to make informed decisions about their reproductive health, improving the overall quality of life for the family, in particular the mother and the child. 

It involves using a variety of methods and techniques to prevent unintended pregnancies, including contraception, sterilization, and natural family planning methods.