Can a new mother get an IUD after her first month postpartum?

Patient's question:

Condition Description: Can a new mother with a one-month-old baby get an IUD inserted?
History of Treatment and Effect: No treatment has been administered.
Help Needed: Whether it is possible to use contraception.

Doctor's answer:

Hello, based on the situation you described, it is recommended to place it after menstruation is clean. It is best to place the intrauterine device (IUD) 3-7 days after menstruation when there is no history of sexual activity, because at this time the endometrium is just beginning to grow, and the endometrium is relatively thin, which can avoid bleeding during placement. At the same time, without sexual activity after menstruation, the possibility of the fertilized egg already growing on the endometrium during placement is avoided. Generally, most women choose this time to place the IUD.
Additionally, when placing the IUD, it is important to note: it must be ensured that the substance in the uterine cavity is completely cleared, there is little bleeding, and the uterine contraction ability has recovered before placing the IUD.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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