Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a popular and highly effective form of long-term birth control. They offer convenience, lasting protection, and come in both hormonal and non-hormonal options. However, ...

Making an informed decision about which method of birth control to choose is important, as it will affect your daily comfort and future peace of mind. The Intrauterine Device (IUD) ...

An intrauterine device (IUD) appointment usually takes about 30 minutes, while the actual insertion takes a few minutes. Plan for possible cramping, spotting, or dizziness afterward. During insertion, ...

New guidelines issued by the CDC are advising physicians address the pain for IUD insertion with various medication options. Misoprostol is not recommended for routine use for IUD placement. Lidocaine ...

Your work wife. Your sister. All of #IUD TikTok. And anyone else part of one of the loudest whisper networks in the health space. They’ll tell you about the pinching, the stabbing, the searing cramps ...

Whew. Now, you don't have to think about it until the IUD has to be replaced (like three to 12 years from now, depending on the type)...right? Yes, IUDs are super low-maintenance and long-lasting ...

Unless you’ve had all of your group chat notifications on Do Not Disturb for years now, there’s a high probability you’ve heard an IUD insertion horror story from a friend, sister, or colleague.

Inserting an intrauterine device (IUD) at 2 to 4 weeks postpartum matched the standard interval when it came to complete expulsions, a randomized trial found. At 6-month follow-up, 2% of patients in ...