ABSTRACT
PIP: The 1986 Contraceptive Prevalence Survey provided an update on fertility in the Philippines. Among the major findings, it was noted that there was a decline on the national level in the number of births per 1000 population, and that overall total fertility rates, nationally and regionally, continued to decline, despite increases in several regions. Nationally, rural and urban age-specific fertility rates reflected a downward trend as well. However, rising age-specific fertility rates in most age groups were found in many rural regions. Cumulative fertility also remained high among women aged 40 to 49 years with around 6 children. Cumulative fertility among other age groups followed only a slight downward trend. Contraceptive prevalence increased between 1983 and 1986 regardless of the number of living children. Fertility differentials included age, maternal education, and occupational status.^ieng
