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How soon can you get an iud inserted after having a baby?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Any time: There are some recommendations for placing an iud in the delivery room immediately after a vaginal delivery. Many women have the iud placed at the time of their postpartum exam.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 12/24/2014

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