Why Do You Need to Wait 2 Weeks After Kyleena IUD?
If you recently had a Kyleena IUD placed, you may have heard your clinician say: “Avoid sexual intercourse for 2 weeks after insertion.” And you’re probably wondering why you need…
Can You Take Plan B With an IUD? (Hartford Women’s Guide)
When it comes to birth control, options today are better and more effective than ever. Still, unexpected situations happen — a condom breaks, you miss a birth control appointment, or…
How Long Does It Take for Mirena to Stop Periods? A Hartford Women’s Health Guide
Many women in Hartford choose the Mirena IUD for reliable birth control and lighter periods. But one of the most common questions patients ask is: “How long does it take…
Growing Health Together: My Journey to Founding Health Gardeners
By Dr. Meghan Killilea Galli, APRN, FNP-BC — Family Nurse Practitioner, Hartford, Connecticut. When I was a new nurse practitioner, one of my first patients was a woman in her…
What Happens If You Have Unprotected Sex Before IUD Insertion
Getting an intrauterine device (IUD) is one of the most effective ways to prevent pregnancy. But timing matters — especially if you’ve recently had unprotected sex. Many people wonder, what…
Mirena Crash Symptoms: What to Expect and How to Manage Them
Experiencing unexpected changes after Mirena insertion or removal can be confusing. Some women report a collection of symptoms commonly called a Mirena crash. This term refers to hormonal fluctuations that…
Sex Drive and IUD: What You Need to Know
When you’re considering an IUD, one of the most common questions is whether it will affect your sex drive. It’s natural to wonder how birth control might influence your libido.…
IUD Pain Management: What to Expect and How to Make It Easier
Getting an intrauterine device (IUD) can be one of the best long-term birth control decisions you make, but it’s completely normal to worry about pain during or after the procedure.…
IUD and Sex: What You Need to Know About Comfort, Safety, and What’s Normal
If you’ve recently gotten an IUD—or you’re considering one—it’s natural to wonder how it might affect your sex life. Questions like “Can you feel an IUD during sex?”, “Can my…
Why Wait 2 Weeks After IUD Mirena: Understanding the Recovery and Aftercare
If you’ve recently had a Mirena IUD placed—or are planning to get one soon—you’ve probably been told to wait two weeks before having sex or using tampons. Many patients wonder…