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Njambi Fever highlights challenges women face in accessing permanent birth control services
27th January, 2026 02:35 PM
Blogger Njambi Fever has said women in Kenya face difficulties when trying to access permanent birth control services.
According to a post shared by the blogger on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, many report being told they cannot have their tubes tied immediately, even if they are certain about their decision. She explained that instead of performing the procedure, doctors often ask women to go home and think about it, then return after two weeks.
She said the process can be frustrating because it feels unnecessarily complicated.
“You go to the hospital and say you want your tubes tied, instead of just doing it, they start telling you that it’s not possible right away,” she explained.
Many women feel this creates extra stress and uncertainty when making important reproductive choices. Njambi Fever highlighted that such restrictions are particularly hard for women who are fully informed and confident in their choices.
Medical requirements and counseling
Blogger Njambi Fever has added that doctors often require women to undergo counselling before allowing permanent birth control. She explained that this counselling can include questions about marital status, age, and number of children.
“When you return for the procedure, you are told you can’t get your tubes tied because you are unmarried or have one or no children, or you are under 35,” she said.
She said medical staff also raise “what if” scenarios that make the decision even more complicated.
“Why complicate something so simple? If someone wants their tubes tied, just tie the tubes,” she explained.
Many women feel these restrictions prevent them from taking control of their reproductive health and add unnecessary emotional stress.
Blogger Njambi Fever concluded that the current process highlights the need for clearer and more supportive guidelines for permanent birth control services. She said women should be able to access the procedures they request without delays, judgment, or barriers.
According to Njambi, it is essential to ensure that women’s choices about their bodies are respected and that medical services meet the needs of those who are ready to make permanent decisions.
