Birth Control

[AlamoTeacher 2]

Hello everyone!

I know I need o get on some kind of BC for after my surgery but I'm unsure on which to get. The dietitian recommended getting an IUD because sometimes after surgery your body will absorb medications differently than before. I don't know much about an IUD but my main concern is weight gain or stalling postop. Does anyone have any experience they'd be willing to share?

Also, if I do get the IUD, should I get it before my surgery or shortly after?

[jackiesays 11]

Hello! I have a Mirena IUD (have had 3) I would suggest getting it before your surgery. This way you can focus on your healing and not have to worry about birth control.

[prettyricki 19]

Hello everyone!
I know I need o get on some kind of BC for after my surgery but I'm unsure on which to get. The dietitian recommended getting an IUD because sometimes after surgery your body will absorb medications differently than before. I don't know much about an IUD but my main concern is weight gain or stalling postop. Does anyone have any experience they'd be willing to share?
Also, if I do get the IUD, should I get it before my surgery or shortly after?

I have the IUD for the reason of not getting pregnant post op for at least one year. I haven’t had any problems with it and it’s nice cause has u heal for surgery u won’t have to worry about taking a pill or anything like that! I would definitely get it out the way before since your body will be going though so many changes after

[N.Lyshay 13]

I have the Implanon in my arm. And i definitely agree get it before.