Pregnant with an IUD???

The likliehood of having a pregnancy carry longer then a few weeks with an IUD is rare (the main function of the IUD is to prevent a possible future baby from implanting at 2 weeks post fertilization.) But it IS possible that the abortive function fails and you remain pregnant. My sister was on the pill and also didn't know she was pregnant. She lost the baby at 12 weeks.

S., mom to 5!

From what my doctor explained to me, an IUD is supposed to be more effective than the birth control pill. The possiblity of pregnancy is very rare.

You can get pregnant with an IUD--though it is a small chance. Some have higher failure rates than others. Other than using back-up, I don't know that you can get to 100% certainty.

Take a good multivitamin and eat a balanced diet...that would cover you in the early weeks of pregnancy. If you are really worried take an at home pregnancy test every couple of months--the equate (walmart) brand is inexpensive and one of the most accurate.

Though I'm sure technology has changed quite a bit since the 1940's, that's how my mom was conceived. My grandparents, on her side, were not expecting her...

is it the IUD you got or the IUC called Mirena? If its the second one then it will reduce your cycles down to practically non existent. I had the 10 year IUD but had other problems because of pre-existing condition. But don't worry too muuch about being prego cuz losing your monthly curse is normal with Mirena.

My niece got pregnant with an IUD and had a successful pregnancy.

Check with your Dr. but I have heard that it is possible.

It is possible, one of my friends had an IUD and she got pregnant. However, because of the IUD, she miscarried. I would be very careful, and talk to you doctor about the risks and possible alternatives. Hope it helps!

Yes it is possible to be pregnant with an IUD and if u think u may be it is important to see a dr at your earliest convience or inconvience. For the safety of your baby.
I had a friend that did get pregnant witha n IUD and the babies head had grown around it. She miscarried.
A.

It is VERY possible to get pregnant with an IUD...go to your doctor!

N.,
Yes it is possible to get pregnant with and IUD. I had an IUD put in and when I went back to my check up the Dr. could not find it...so he put another one in me. About 2 years later I ended up pregnant again with the IUD in me and I ended up with a tubal pregnancy which they had to take the baby and I have had female problems every since.

The only way I know how to say is this upfront. It is possible to get pregnant with an IUD, though probably rare. But, if you do get pregnant with one, they have to remove it. When they remove it, it can remove the fetus as well from what I understand and the pregnancy may be terminated. That is what I read in the fine print when I was considering an IUD. I would have a discussion with your doctor about this so you can be better informed and know what to look for in regards to how to tell if you get pregnant. I would assume it would be all the other signs, like breast tenderness, morning sickness, cramps, etc.

Hi N., I do know that there is only one birth control that's 100% and that's abstinence LOL. I'm not sure about IUD because I never tried that form of birth control but I got pregnant while I was on the pill. So it's always safe to take the pregnancy test and I would also suggest asking your doctor about your cycle if you're not pregnant.