Coil Do's and Don'ts

Do

 

Before

  • Watch the videos on our contraceptive coil page
  • Use an effective method of contraception
  • Eat breakfast/lunch on the day of your appointment
  • Take a painkiller an hour before your appointment
  • Try and not bring small children or babies with you to the fitting,  please try and bring a friend with you who could take care of them outside the room- but please do not worry if this is not possible.

Afterwards

  • Use a hot water bottle or heat pad for any cramps
  • Use a sanitary pad for the first three days after your fitting
  • Use an extra contraceptive if needed

Don't

 

Before

  • Have unprotected sex after your last period
  • Skip breakfast

Afterwards

  • Make lots of plans afterwards, as you may need to take it easy and relax for the rest of the day
  • Use tampons after your fitting
  • Have sex for three days after your fitting