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Is it ok to use hormonal IUS if I want another baby?

Contraception Advice - Dr Darling

Hi my name Sinead and I have just had my second child and am happy now that my family is complete. A friend of mine has recommended the hormonal coil (IUS) to me but I am worried what will happen if I change my mind and want another baby?

Hi Sinead, that is no problem at all. The IUS can provide you with effective contraceptive cover for up to 5 years but you can have it removed at any time during those 5 years. If you decide next year or the year after that you would like to try for another baby your Doctor can remove the IUS at any time. In the meantime you will have the benefit of not having to worry about your contraception needs. The big advantage of the IUS is that when it is removed you can go back to your normal fertility straight away.