The new measure was put in place after abortion rates increased and contraceptive use decreased in the country. 

In an interview with AJ+, French gynecologist Véronica Cayol said that in addition to having free abortions as an option, women should also have access and use contraceptives so they don’t find themselves in a situation where they are forced to terminate a pregnancy.

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/simrinsingh/womens-rights-in-different-countries