OHbaby! Forums : IUD Question? https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:39:36 +0000 Thu, 07 Dec 2006 20:27:51 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4606 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I was speaking to my doctor on...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=92528&title=iud-question#92528 Author: Tastic
Subject: 4606
Posted: 07 December 2006 at 8:27pm

I was speaking to my doctor on Monday and asked her about getting an iud and she said because I'm up at the hospital every day that I should talk to the social worker and see if she can talk to someone in the gyno ward about putting one in, Well I talked to my midwife about it today and because I usually suffer from really heavy periods she is going to refer me to the hospital for a IUCD or ICUD (cant remember which it is) and that involves swabs first then I have to go back in to get it inserted, the difference between this one and the normal one is it produces more progesterone in hope to 'lighten' my periods and make them less painfull]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2006 20:27:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=92528&title=iud-question#92528 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I think I will go for an IUD for...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=92462&title=iud-question#92462 Author: Rachael21
Subject: 4606
Posted: 07 December 2006 at 4:04pm

I think I will go for an IUD for after this bub as my natural planning attempt didn't work too well. I think I will go with the Mirena one. Do you still get a normal period with the normal IUD?

I get what your saying Jax about not having anything you don't need in your body, I just can't trust that all these homones aren't doing any damage.]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2006 16:04:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=92462&title=iud-question#92462 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Hope it goes well Deb! ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91056&title=iud-question#91056 Author: busymum
Subject: 4606
Posted: 03 December 2006 at 9:38am

Hope it goes well Deb!]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2006 09:38:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91056&title=iud-question#91056 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Glad you&#039;ve come to a decision...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91039&title=iud-question#91039 Author: Jennz
Subject: 4606
Posted: 03 December 2006 at 2:45am

Glad you've come to a decision you're happy with Its been a really informative thread actually- I knew nothing about the IUD so its good to find out what its all about. I'm a Natural fertility girl too so we'll just be using that until DH gets the snip in a few years time- good to see there are so many options out there though. ]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2006 02:45:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91039&title=iud-question#91039 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Well thank&#039;s for all the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91034&title=iud-question#91034 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 02 December 2006 at 10:34pm

Well thank's for all the help ladies. Hubby and I have discussed it all at length and we have decided to try Natural family planning for now see how that goes for us. The reality is if we get pregnant it would not be the end of the world. I just don't feel comfortable with the idea of anything else at this stage well except condom's.
Thank's again for all the advice and suppot on htis one it is areally complcated issue.]]> Sat, 02 Dec 2006 22:34:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=91034&title=iud-question#91034 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : thanks Nikkie saves me alot of...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89529&title=iud-question#89529 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 5:05pm

thanks Nikkie saves me alot of time I was going to googgle it now you have done that for me it heap's easier.
Hey thanks for all the help and advice you guy's are awsome.]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 17:05:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89529&title=iud-question#89529 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : But you get why I am concerned...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89449&title=iud-question#89449 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 1:49pm

But you get why I am concerned right...? I can't quote exactly... but I remember another teen mum saying "I would never use the IUD because my mum said it's like having an abortion"

This is a study which says there are post-fertilisation effects when using an IUD, but I can't get to the actual study (without $$$) and it doesn't include figures in the abstract.
http://www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/12501086]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:49:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89449&title=iud-question#89449 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : *sigh* Ok, nevermind then... ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89442&title=iud-question#89442 Author: jax
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 1:41pm

*sigh* Ok, nevermind then...]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:41:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89442&title=iud-question#89442 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Right... found a few articles...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89437&title=iud-question#89437 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 1:30pm

Right... found a few articles which attest that the incidence of an egg being fertilised is very very rare.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=3817172&dopt=Abstract - This is just the abstract for the study

http://www.fhi.org/en/RH/Pubs/booksReports/methodaction.htm - Article about a few different types of contraception. Scroll down to find IUD section.

http://www.fhi.org/en/RH/Pubs/Network/v16_2/nt1623.htm - Article titled "IUDs block fertilisation"

Now to go and find some sites which claim the other side. Note: Only will go for scientific studies here as I know the anti-abortion camp has jumped on this issue.]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:30:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89437&title=iud-question#89437 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I have read the same thing as...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89428&title=iud-question#89428 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 1:13pm

I have read the same thing as Mel... though it was put in a tamer way in one of the pamphlets. As far as I remember, it did say there was a small possibility of the sperm making it through and therefore a chance of a fertilised egg getting through, and that's where the IUD also works by preventing implantation.

I might go and do a bit more research on this as while it is a valid concern about "abortion" or feelings towards fertilisation of eggs... I think it is necessary to be clear about the process so that if there is an issue with something like this, then one can make an informed decision.

(Not necessarily you Deb, I've just heard some young teen mums talking about the IUD like this and I am concerned that they'd forgo contraception because of something like this and then end up with an unwanted pregnancy.)]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:13:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89428&title=iud-question#89428 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I asked my doctor about how the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89373&title=iud-question#89373 Author: caraMel
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 10:10am

I asked my doctor about how the copper IUD worked when she suggested it to me as an option, as I had heard the same as Jax. She told me that new research has proved that that is untrue and gave me a booklet that explained what they know now, that the IUD creates an environment that is toxic to sperm.

I also found this on the web, similar to what is in the booklet so I don't need to type it all out! :

"At first, we thought the IUD worked by preventing implantation of a fertilized egg, but that turned out not to be true. It makes sense to think that the IUD would work that way, but research has shown that the egg is in fact never fertilized if a woman is wearing an IUD. Some women have shied away from this form of protection because preventing implantation of a viable fertilized egg could be seen as a form of abortion. But that concern is not valid since the egg is not fertilized (every month you destroy an unfertilized egg through menstruation, after all!)

So what do we think is going on? The best theory right now is that the IUD works by inducing a low-grade infection or at least some irritation in the uterus, the by-products of which are toxic to sperm. Research shows that women wearing IUD's are producing cells and proteins and other substances in their uteruses which attack the cell walls of sperm, thus preventing fertilization. The inflammation supposedly persists only as long as you have the IUD in place, although some women seem not to recover from it."

I hope that is helpful in some way!


Edited by caraMel]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 10:10:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89373&title=iud-question#89373 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Thank&#039;s Jax I am in the same...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89358&title=iud-question#89358 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 9:20am

Thank's Jax I am in the same mind about that sort of thing will look into it further.    I really think I will asking for Jess's expert help on charting I am so stoping the pill.]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 09:20:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89358&title=iud-question#89358 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : It&#039;s ok, I don&#039;t mind...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89290&title=iud-question#89290 Author: jax
Subject: 4606
Posted: 27 November 2006 at 12:14am

It's ok, I don't mind explaining - I'll try to keep it as simple as I can though. The regular IUD prevents a pregnancy from implanting in the uterus and therefore the embryo cannot survive and you then shed the lining of your uterus (and have a period) as per "normal". My personal feeling is that there is 'life' from conception onwards, and I couldn't bring myself to interfere with that. I know that the pill and depo etc interferes with the conception process too, but it does so in a different way - that said, as I mentioned before I am trying to avoid having *anything* in my body that I don't need, including the pill, Mirena, Depo etc Hope this answers your question Deb. I've added you to MSN by the way, so if you see me online feel free to give me a buzz whenever you like. ]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2006 00:14:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89290&title=iud-question#89290 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Jax can I ask why you are againgst...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89278&title=iud-question#89278 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 9:52pm

Jax can I ask why you are againgst it? IF you don't want to say that is fine I am just really trying to explore all my option's. You can PM me if you want.]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 21:52:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89278&title=iud-question#89278 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I have had both, a normal IUD...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89236&title=iud-question#89236 Author: CuriousG
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 7:51pm

I have had both, a normal IUD and a Mirena. Great concept but I had the heaviest bleeding of my life with the IUD (like overflowing a maxi tampon every hour) and with the Mirena, I had very very bad headaches (which was caused by the progesterone).

If it was a choice though, go for the cheaper option for a start and see how you get on. That way, if its all bad, you can have it removed without thinking "wow, that was $300 wasted" like I did. ]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 19:51:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89236&title=iud-question#89236 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : lol jax! yeah the whole issue...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89187&title=iud-question#89187 Author: mum2emj
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 2:56pm

lol jax! yeah the whole issue of contraception is a tricky one. im like you jax, and i will never go on the on the pill, and im ot keen on any other thing that has to go in me or anything, and condoms like i said earlier are icky! as soon as its time to get oneon its like ew, and the mood sort of drains from me. hubby hates them too. ]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 14:56:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89187&title=iud-question#89187 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Ack ! Depo is the devil *ahem*...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89186&title=iud-question#89186 Author: jax
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 2:44pm

Ack ! Depo is the devil *ahem* Sorry, I know it works well for some, but I wouln't ever touch it again with a ten foot pole. It made me put on a lot of weight, and after I stopped getting the shots, it took over a year for my period to come back and then it was all out of whack. I'm personally against an IUD (the normal one), and not sure about the Mirena (cost / chemical wise), and DH doesn't like condoms, so we're stuck between a rock and a hard place. (No pun intended !!!!!!!!!)]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 14:44:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89186&title=iud-question#89186 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I got the normal IUD in and it...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89171&title=iud-question#89171 Author: AnnC
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 1:02pm

I got the normal IUD in and it didn't hurt and was the cost of a dr visit - problems started after that I ended up in hospital because of it and had a bad reaction to it even though it was in right place and no hassles getting it in. I have been told by my dr and the hospital Never to have one again as my body rejects it for some reason. I guess my option (not that I am thinking of having sex for a very long time LOL) is the pill or dep o (which I haven't been on that so might give it a go some time) I did think about telling the DR when he did the ceasar to tie my tube (I only have one) while he was in there but dunno if I am ready for that yet, I mean Rhyley is my last but.... I dunno thats so final.
]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 13:02:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89171&title=iud-question#89171 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : oh might have to look into that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89154&title=iud-question#89154 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 11:31am

oh might have to look into that my m/w would do one for me.]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 11:31:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89154&title=iud-question#89154 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Deb - I think with a midwife referral...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89123&title=iud-question#89123 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 26 November 2006 at 9:19am

Deb - I think with a midwife referral it might be free. ]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2006 09:19:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89123&title=iud-question#89123 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : cool thnaks Nikki ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89086&title=iud-question#89086 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 10:06pm

cool thnaks Nikki
]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 22:06:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89086&title=iud-question#89086 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Yep... the govt subsidises it,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89083&title=iud-question#89083 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 10:01pm

Yep... the govt subsidises it, so I think it's around $25 (but don't quote me on that!) - definitely not a large amount anyway.]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 22:01:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89083&title=iud-question#89083 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : ellabellame how much did it cost?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89080&title=iud-question#89080 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 9:57pm

ellabellame how much did it cost? I was told the normal one is load's cheaper.]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:57:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89080&title=iud-question#89080 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Hey cool thank&#039;s ladies I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89078&title=iud-question#89078 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 9:56pm

Hey cool thank's ladies I want the normal IUD without the hormone as that is what the problem is with the pill.   Anyway will look into it further thank's guy's.]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:56:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89078&title=iud-question#89078 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : The normal IUD is a plastic T...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89073&title=iud-question#89073 Author: nikkitheknitter
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 9:33pm

The normal IUD is a plastic T shaped thing with a copper coil around the vertical bit. That repels the spermy things from getting past it.

One of my friends has the IUD and she said apart from a bit of discomfort and pain when it was being put in, she has no problems at all! Raves about it.

I do know that Toni (the Matamata version) has had problems with the IUD. If she is on here maybe she'll elaborate or I can go back and find the post...?]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:33:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89073&title=iud-question#89073 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : we are condoms here to and i hate...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89070&title=iud-question#89070 Author: EllenMumof2
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 9:28pm

we are condoms here to and i hate them just doesn't feel right but it has to be done as i have so much trouble with the pill and blow up like a sumo with the jab as we want one more condoms will have to do for now but i want them to tie my tubes after the next one if they won't i will look into a IUD

 


Edited by EllenMumof2]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:28:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89070&title=iud-question#89070 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : lol I don&#039;t like condoms...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89067&title=iud-question#89067 Author: busymum
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 9:21pm

lol I don't like condoms either Rachel ]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:21:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89067&title=iud-question#89067 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : my midwife recommended the mirena...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89057&title=iud-question#89057 Author: mum2emj
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 7:43pm

my midwife recommended the mirena to me when she was discussing options, as opposed to hubby getting the chop. i looked into it a bit, but decided against it so for now its just icky condoms. ]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 19:43:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89057&title=iud-question#89057 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : i had a normal IUD put in, not...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89027&title=iud-question#89027 Author: ellabellame
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 5:19pm

i had a normal IUD put in, not a mirena.
i had a bit of cramping for a little while after and a bit of bleeding but it was just like a light period pain, not too bad at all.]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 17:19:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89027&title=iud-question#89027 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I&#039;m seriously thinking about...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89018&title=iud-question#89018 Author: Maya
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 3:50pm

I'm seriously thinking about getting the Mirena put in when I am in Oz at Christmas. It's way cheaper over there, and probably the only method of contraception that is going to be reliable for us given that Willie has a real aversion to condoms, and I don't have the greatest track history with the Pill (hmmmm, that's how we got Maya ) other than abstinence, and that worked for us for a while but has got a bit old. ]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 15:50:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89018&title=iud-question#89018 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Hi Deb, As you know I had the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89015&title=iud-question#89015 Author: caraMel
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 3:47pm

Hi Deb,
As you know I had the Mirena put in a week ago.
I did it through family planning as they were the cheapest option here and all up it cost $455. (thats including the preliminary swabs they have to do)
It lasts for 5-7 years though and I worked out the costs of pill plus period supplies for that time and Mirena is about half the cost of that!
It was only painful for me for a couple of days afterwards. Just mild period like cramps.
The actual insertion was uncomfortable like a smear with a couple of stingy moments as they put it in place.
I had minimal bleeding afterwards for a day, and a week later have just got a light period. (no cramps or anything with it!)
The initial side effects you can get are similar to those you would get with the minipill (same hormone) and usually only last for the first 3 months.
I'm really happy with my decision, as I don't plan to have more children in the next 5 years.
Hope this helps!

Edited by caraMel]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 15:47:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=89015&title=iud-question#89015 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : I am having a mirena put in after...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88985&title=iud-question#88985 Author: mummy_becks
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 1:06pm

I am having a mirena put in after I have this child. Mine is more for the problems I have had with endo. To qualify for the mirena at no charge your iron levels need to be very low. Cost is about $300 and then you may be charged an fee to have it put in. Not all dr's can put it in, I know in Palmy only gyno's can put it in. It lasts 5 years (and from memory you want more children soon so may not be an option for you just yet if you have to pay the full price for it) but can be taken out at any stage. Goggle Mirena with a NZ search and it'll come up. There is one website that has a list of people all over NZ that can get it and put it in you.]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 13:06:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88985&title=iud-question#88985 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : the one with proestrogen in it...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88977&title=iud-question#88977 Author: Sarah Beth
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 12:39pm

the one with proestrogen in it is called a Merina and is more expensive than an IUD. I think the merina is around$300, but if you consider how much you sepnd on the pill it can work out depending on which pill you are on.

My SIL had it and said it was never a problem, she sometimes got pain when it would fall against the back wall of her uterus but that was it. It also makes periods lighter due to the proestrogen.

The standard IUD is drug free]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 12:39:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88977&title=iud-question#88977 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : p.s this is second hand knowledge,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88963&title=iud-question#88963 Author: Peace
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 11:49am

p.s this is second hand knowledge, someone correct me if I'm wrong!]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 11:49:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88963&title=iud-question#88963 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Hey Deb, my friend had one to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88962&title=iud-question#88962 Author: Peace
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 11:45am

Hey Deb, my friend had one to reduce pain and stop pregnancy for her endo. She never complains about it at all. It is like a metal T that is inserted into your womb and it stops the absorbtion of pregnancy. It also releases small amounts of progesterone as well (to stop pregnancy). She has hers in for 5 years then it is removed/changed. I don't know if it changes from person to person for how long you keep them in but I understand it is a long term thing.
All the best!]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 11:45:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88962&title=iud-question#88962 <![CDATA[IUD Question? : Ok just know how much they are...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88961&title=iud-question#88961 Author: 11111
Subject: 4606
Posted: 25 November 2006 at 11:18am

Ok just know how much they are and does it hurt I have been on the pill for about a month and it is maaking me sick. My lovely m/w called in for a visit yesterday and suggested an IUD. So any one know much about them?]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2006 11:18:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4606&PID=88961&title=iud-question#88961