IUDs are a highly effective form of birth control, with both hormonal (Mirena, Liletta, Kyleena, and Skyla) and non-hormonal (Paragard) options exceeding 99% effectiveness in preventing unplanned ...

If a person cannot feel their intrauterine device (IUD) strings, there is usually no need to worry. There are many reasons why this may happen, and it is not often a cause for concern. According to an ...

The Mirena IUD is effective for five years, but Erin Jackson left hers in for six and a half. She was so scared of repeating the pain she felt when she had the contraceptive device inserted, she kept ...

Copper IUDs (intrauterine devices) are a form of birth control. IUDs are a safe and effective method of preventing unintended pregnancies. As of 2012, 11.6% of females in the United States use some ...

Different IUD options can include copper and hormonal options. How long they work for and potential side effects can vary. An intrauterine device (IUD) is a T-shaped device that a doctor inserts into ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. I recently got an IUD before having penetrative-vaginal sex for the first time and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Geri Stengel writes about the success factors of women entrepreneurs. For decades, women seeking long-acting birth control have ...