Study design and population
The effects of the intervention on maternal health choices and outcomes among young married women were evaluated using a randomized controlled assessment approach with cross-sectional pre-post surveys in experimental and control areas. The study population consisted of young married pregnant women. The same pregnant women were later followed up at postpartum using a panel approach. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on contraceptive awareness and use, coupled with communication on sexual and reproductive health problems, and utilization of prenatal care, institutional delivery and postnatal care services.