On Wed, 17 Nov 2004 08:39:09 -0800, Laura A. Mundt <[log in to unmask]>
wrote:

>If this mom is considering having an IUD placed, why not suggest a
>regular copper one?  They can stay in place for up to 10 years and
>hormones aren't involved.
>
>Laura Mundt, ICCE
>

There is some controversy about whether non-hormonal IUDs actually prevent
conception or only prevent the ferilized ovum from implanting.  If the
mother has an objection to abortion she will want to know that there is a
possibility that the IUD may be abortifacient.

-Claire Bloodgood, IBCLC

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