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When can the IUD be inserted?

My godchild hasn't had sex yet. I am responsible for sex education. That was my sister's/brother-in-law's wish. My question is: when can the hormone coil be inserted? My gynecologist says after the first sexual intercourse. I had the hormonal IUD until I was 27, at first I used the pill, after 27 I used definitive contraception.

Question submitted on 14. July 2021 by Gotte

Corinne Rietmann says

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Dear Godmother
It's great that you're taking on this task, it's really nice and important. Finding the right contraceptive method is not always easy and varies greatly from person to person. It is therefore important to get good and proper advice. There are specialist sexual health centers in every canton that offer neutral advice on contraceptives. You can find them here: Advice centers
When and which hormone IUD is used varies greatly, but it certainly makes sense to do this after the first sexual intercourse. I hope I have been able to help you.

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