India, Sept. 28 -- At a time when India is looking to improve labour force participation for women (sliding in recent years), it would be appropriate in light of the recent World Contraception Day to look at how access to quality, affordable health care and family planning methods affects women's education, careers and economic empowerment potential. Planned and delayed pregnancies give couples the ability to build a stronger economic foundation before taking on the expenses, and in the case of women, restrictions, associated with raising a family. Fewer children means better allocation of resources and time for the woman to pursue a career outside home. A woman in control of her fertility can plan her professional growth and mobility muc...