Is contraception or family planning permissible?

“Permanent sterilization through tubal ligation is generally not permissible in Islam, as it permanently terminates the ability to reproduce.”

“1. Generally, contraceptives purchased by unmarried individuals are used to commit acts of sin. If the seller is aware that the individual is going to use it to commit sin, then it will not be permissible to sell it to him. (Re:- Fataawa Uthmaaniyyah Vol:7 Pg:170] Any item prohibited in Islam will not be permitted to sell.”

“You refer to Fatwa #18345 on reversible contraception. If a woman is diagnosed by a qualified doctor with clinical depression and anxiety, and the doctor feels the woman is not suited for birth in her current state, the use of reversible contraception will be permissible.”

“A Contraceptive Patch is a small sticky patch applied to the skin that releases synthetic estrogen and progestogen hormones into the body to prevent pregnancy. In normal circumstances, this is permissible to apply and use.”