Review Article

Preconception and Contraceptive Care for Women Living with HIV

Table 1

Factors associated with fertility desires and intentions in women living with HIV.

Positive influencesNegative influences

Younger ageAlready having one or more children
No childrenPersonal health concerns
Antiretroviral therapyConcerns about infecting partner
Interventions for PMTCTConcerns about infecting child
Partner’s/family members’ wish for childrenNegative or judgmental attitudes of healthcare workers, family, and community
HIV-related stigmaHIV-related stigma