That means that, out of every 100 sexually active people who use an IUD, less than one will get pregnant per year. IUDs are also appealing because they remain effective for a long time — three ...

Timing. An IUD can be safely inserted at any time during the menstrual cycle. Traditionally, clinicians have been taught to insert an IUD during menses because the patient was very unlikely to be ...

One way to make sure your IUD remains effective is to see your doctor 1 month after IUD insertion. Have them make sure the IUD is still positioned correctly in your uterus. Also keep this in mind ...