1 Year Paragard IUD update

OK, so it's not quite been a year but close enough, right? I still feel like the IUD was the right decision for me. I have had a very positive experience so far. If you are looking into hormone free contraceptive or an alternative to the pill, I highly recommend looking into the Paragard. I welcome email or comments with genuine questions or concerns but please realize that this is not the place to air "right to life" views. My videos about the IUD are meant to be informational, not disrespectful.

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[sapphiraaaa]

Im so glad you made these? Has it affected your cycle at all? That's what I'm worried about

[Responsiblebeauty]

@sapphiraaaa Yes it has but I was aware that it would happen. Hormonal BC tricks us into thinking that 2-3 days is natural. :) I think the Mirena (although it is hormonal, it isn't systemic) is known for stopping a cycle altogether.

[Guayabadulce20]

Your videos on the Paragard IUD have been great! Disregard any negative comments, keep up the good job getting info out for the rest of us who are interested in this non-hormonal method! :D

[Responsiblebeauty]

@Guayabadulce20  Thank you!

[Jacqueline22tx]

I would like to ask u a question my husband is thinking of geting a RIng Down stairs i wonder if he were to get it done would the IUD Come out i dont know if u have had anyone with one on but i was wondering if u could please get back at me thanks alot :)

[Responsiblebeauty]

@Jacqueline22tx There's really no way that a piercing would remove an IUD. :) Ask your Doc about it though.

[huesof20]

Do you know why doctors are hesitant to put an IUD in someone who has not had a child?

[laurenbausch]

I just got mine! After Implanon and other bc options, I decided that hormones weren't right for me. Thank you for the information! I'm happy so far. It's only been a week. The painful insertion was rough, but the Implanon was much worse!!! I gained tons of weight on the Implanon and was miserable. Depression, mood swings, etc. I'm 27 and married but don't want kids, but I'm not ready for sterilization...

[passifloraperfect]

@sapphiraaaa I did have pretty bad cramps for the first few months. Now, I don't have cramps at all though.

[passifloraperfect]

@BeAwareBeFree I've never had a painful exam but the insertion was terrible for me. Others have said it was fine though, it differs from person to person. Sorry, I can't help much with your question. :(

[passifloraperfect]

@sirenpacificus Tampons are no problem at all. As far as cups go, there is a suggestion that cups can lead to expulsion. Though, if you are diligent about breaking the seal...

[passifloraperfect]

@IUDmiracle Congratulations! I hope your baby is doing well! Did you have any issues with Paragard prior to becoming pregnant?

[passifloraperfect]

@TheSoundLink My skin eventually improved, I have no idea if this was due to Paragard though. :)

[passifloraperfect]

@SingBlueSilverDearie No, I haven't experienced any weight gain but I haven't experienced weight loss either. You might have a bit of bloating for the first month or two. There's always a chance that you could be one of the unlucky people who has a less than stellar experience. Hormonal BC comes with it's own laundry list of awful possibilities. :( It's good that you are weighing this all in your decision. I wish you the best of luck! Please feel comfortable asking any other questions you have!

[passifloraperfect]

@SuzCuty Depending on what type of IUD you get, the time-frame varies. The Paragard can stay in place for up to 10yrs but you can have it removed at any time and there's nothing to stop you from trying for pregnancy right away. You only have one insertion appointment, thank the lucky stars!