Pregnancy with IUD (Copper-T) : Is It Safe for Baby and What Should You Do?
2 months ago
I got pregnant even after having an IUD (Copper-T) inserted for 3 years. Is it safe to continue the pregnancy, and can the IUD be removed now? Will it affect my baby’s growth?
Answers (1)
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Getting pregnant with an IUD (Copper-T or multiload) in place is rare but can happen. In your case, since the pregnancy is already around 7 weeks, the most important step is to carefully evaluate the situation and avoid any unnecessary risk.
At this stage, removing the IUD is usually not recommended, especially if the thread is not visible. Attempting to remove it now can increase the risk of miscarriage (abortion). That’s why most doctors prefer to leave the IUD in place and monitor the pregnancy closely.
If you wish to continue the pregnancy, it is generally considered safe in most cases. Studies and clinical experience suggest that the IUD usually does not affect the baby’s growth or cause birth defects. However, there can be a slightly higher risk of preterm delivery (early delivery), which your doctor will monitor throughout the pregnancy.
In many cases, the IUD either comes out on its own during delivery (along with the placenta) or can be removed safely at that time.
So, you currently have two options:
- Continue the pregnancy with regular monitoring (safe in most cases)
- Opt for abortion if that aligns with your personal choice
Since you are planning for a second baby, continuing the pregnancy is a reasonable option. Just ensure regular follow-ups, ultrasounds, and proper care throughout.
There is no strong evidence that having an IUD during pregnancy will harm your baby’s development, so you can stay reassured and focus on proper prenatal care.
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