In today’s blog post, we will discuss the IUDs, hormonal and copper, and the pros and cons to each of them. To listen to an in-depth conversation all about the IUD, listen to my podcast episode with Dr. Lara Briden here.

Downsides to consider for each IUD:

• Copper
• Competes with zinc levels
• Copper excess 
• Heavier periods
• Vagus nerve interference
• Painful insertion 
• Hormonal
• Possible suppression of ovulation
• Painful insertion
• Prolonged bleeding
• Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
• They can move / come out
• Can cause ovarian cysts
• Can damage the vaginal microbiome
• Other possible side effects: hormonal acne, weight gain, anxiety, depression, hair loss

Pros of each IUD

• Copper 
• Ovulation may resume
• Emergency contraception before ovulation occurs
• Hormonal
• Lighter periods

To listen to an in-depth conversation all about the IUD, listen to my podcast episode with Dr. Lara Briden here.

For hormone and period support, view my organic herbal remedies here.