Copper IUD after birth? I heard good things about it and nothing really negative. Any opinions?

Question

Answer

I don't know why people would say no and not give you a reason. I loved mine. I'm getting another one after I give birth. The first time hurt like a bitch going in, but I hadn't had a baby yet, so things were...small. I'm anticipating it to be easier this time. 
My periods were a bit heavier (but not longer) and I did have cramps the first few months, but things settled down after 6 months. I love that it is non-hormonal and I ovulate normally. It helped me understand my cycle. When my husband and I wanted to get pregnant, it only took 2 months. I think it helped that I knew what to expect when I was ovulating.

Answer

I'm thinking about an IUD as well, but not the copper one.

Answer

I had the copper one for 4 years before getting pregnant and loved it. I didn't want anything with hormones and the IUD is no hassle. It does makes your period a bit heavier but it was worth it to not have to remember taking a pill, etc. I will be getting another put in at my 6 week postpartum checkup.

Answer

I had the copper IUD (paragard) for 6-7 years before TTC, and have zero complaints. I'd get it again in a second!

Answer

Highly reccomend!! I don't like the concept of added hormones, so the copper one was for me the way to go!

Answer

I had one for 5 years before I was pregnant and I loved it. YES it's uncomfortable going in but you get to live a normal life, no chemicals and hormones, regular natural cycle and you can take it out whenever you want. I know some people suffer with it settling down, but after having a baby I expect it's easier to manage.

Answer

I might look into this after I give birth. We already have an 18 month old who will be almost 2 when this one is born so I would love a break from babies but we aren't sure if we want another. Otherwise I'd make my husband get a vasectomy.

Answer

I've also been thinking about getting paraguard.  I've had really bad experiences with hormonal bc and this seems like it could be a good alternative... also have really sensitive tissue down there that swelled like crazy with nuvaring and gets really sore easily even with sex (forget lube, makes it way worse).  So idk.  I'd hate to have it put in and have a reaction that would make it necessary to remove right away. :(

Answer

I'm a super rare case but I got pregnant with it twice. First ended in m/c and second was ectopic. I don't have an oddly shaped uterus or anything - doc just said the copper IUD is NOT for me

Answer

I've never had one, but when I was tesearching I heard some people complain about bleeding a lot, and sometimes more than just the week of their period.

Copper IUD after birth? I heard good things about it and nothing really negative. Any opinions?

Let's Glow!

The Top Baby Tracker App: Embrace New Beginnings with Tender Care

The Top Fertility Tracker App: Your Path to Achieving Pregnancy

The Top Pregnancy App: Nurturing Your Journey to Motherhood

The Top Period Tracker for Empowering Your Menstrual Health Journey