We strive to book non-urgent IUD insertion appointments within 1-3 weeks.

In preparation for your IUD insertion appointment:

1.     We recommend attending one of our IUD small group counselling sessions. These take place 1-2 times/month. To book a spot please sign-up using the form at the bottom of this page. There is no commitment to an IUD insertion by attending these sessions.

2. You will need a prescription ( this will be provided to you by our physician during the consultation/insertion visit).

3.     You can have your IUD insertion appointment anytime in your cycle.

4.     You want to make sure you are not pregnant by meeting ONE of the below criteria:

-       3 weeks of PROTECTED intercourse and a negative urine pregnancy test (done in our office).

-       10 days of PROTECTED intercourse and a negative pregnancy blood test (done at Dynalife and you will need a requisition from a physician).

Pain management options for IUD insertions:

Our providers are currently doing cervical anesthesia/numbing with all IUD insertions. This can decrease the IUD insertion pain by about 20-30%. 

In addition, our providers can also offer a prescription for Penthrox. This is an inhaled pain medication that acts very fast and stays in the system very little. The medication that can be picked up from the pharmacy that is right outside our clinic (we provide patients with a prescription when they come in for your appointment). Because it takes about 30-60 min for the mediation to be cleared from the body/system, patients will need a driver to take them home after the appointment as they will not be able to operate any vehicles for 30-60 minutes. 

For more detailed information on Penthrox please visit: Methoxyflurane - Inhalation

If you want to proceed with Penthrox, please let our clinic know when you book your appointment.

The day of IUD insertion

1. Review our short 2 minute IUD videos: above.

2. Ensure you are not pregnant (see above criteria).

3. Bring your health care card and medication coverage plan number.

4. Take 400 mg Ibuprofen or 500-1000 mg Tylenol.

5. You can bring a friend for support.

6. Eat a light meal 30-60 min before your appointment

7. Plan to be in our office for 30-45 min.

8. Review our Mirena, Kyleena or copper IUD handouts.

What is considered PROTECTED intercourse?

Protected intercourse means no sex or using a RELIABLE method of contraception ( using condoms during the whole duration of intercourse, no missed birth control pills over the last month, vasectomy, tubal ligation). The pull-out method and calendar method are not considered reliable contraception and your IUD insertion appointment might be re-scheduled in order to protect your health.

For IUD removals

Abstain from sex for five days before your appointment, unless you are planning for a pregnancy.