Dont want to take a daily pill? An IUD can prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years with just 1 clinic visit.

Are you looking for a birth control that you only have to think about once? Then an IUD might be the perfect option for you and your partner.

An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a great option if you are seeking long-lasting, effective birth control. All it takes is a quick visit to a clinic near you to have an IUD inserted in you or your partner’s uterus.

There are two major types of IUDs-Mirena and Paraguard. How are they different?

MIRENA	BOTH	PARAGUARD
Effective for up to 5 years 99.9% effective in preventing pregnancy Can provide relief for people who experience heavy periods, bad cramps and PMS	Very private and hidden; neither you nor your partner can feel it Do not protect against STDs and HIV Works better than BC pills, the patch, the ring or the shot	Effective for up to 12 years 99.2-99.4% effective in preventing pregnancy Hormone free May cause occasional cramps and heavier periods for some people

If you are not sure if an IUD is right for you, or if you aren’t sure which one is best for you, talk to a clinician! And don’t forget to ask how you could get an IUD for low or no cost!

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