Copper IUD?

Question

So I don’t want to do hormonal BC if possible. I really want to make sure we don’t have another surprise babe (#3 was a surprise but we always had talked about more) while we’re deciding if we want #4 and to give my body a break (3 kids 3 and under). Next week is my 6 week visit with my midwife so I was going to ask about it then too but just curious other mommas thoughts! Or other non hormonal options besides condoms. Thanks!!

Answer

I have tried every non hormonal option available. 
By far the copper iud is the best fit for me. 
1/no prepping for sex like with vcf strips, diaphragms, sponges 
2/I don’t have to pack it on trips
3/10 years of not worrying about it! Best worry free option by far!  
4/free doesn’t cost like all the other methods 
HOWEVER 
I’m one of the rare few who has a uterus that isn’t the typical shape. My body would hold the iud for exactly 9 months and expel it. Still had 4 placed and loved them each! 
That’s my only draw back. But, that’s a rare occurrence.

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Definitely give it a try, as it is the most convenient and effective non-hormonal birth control option that I could find, considering it works with your body. Unfortunately it didn't with mine, and as all the hormonal BCs I tried really messed me up, I had to find another option, which led me to the fertility awareness method (not to be confused with the rhythm method!). It's worked for us for almost 6 years now. It takes some effort but I didn't find it took any more than remembering to take a pill once a day. Check out Taking Charge of Your Fertility if you're interested. Or just Google Fertility Awareness Method and you'll find tons of info. 💕💕

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I wish I could use the IUD. My body rejects it!! 😩 ive had It replaced so many times. But I have a tilted uterus so it makes it impossible to stay in. I also bled a ton with it.

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I love mine. I’m on my second one. I had it for 3 years and then had it removed to get pregnant with baby 2, and got it again after my six week checkup. The first time I had it, I had the usual symptoms of a heavier period and heavier cramps. This time around, all is the same 🤷🏻‍♀️ it’s like nothing different lol so I’m thankful I went this route again.

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