We offer a full range of contraceptive methods and can help you choose the best method for you

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IUD and IUS Appointments

IUD and IUS appointments are 30 minutes long, and we strive to run on time. However, to provide personalised care, some appointments may take longer, which can cause delays. Whilst we ask you to arrive on time for your appointment, please allow up to two hours in clinic. Thank you for your understanding.

New Important Guidelines for Mirena Coil

Please note according to the new guidelines from FSRH, Mirena coil is now licensed for 8 years for contraception (and still 5 years for endometrial protection as part of HRT)

Other places to get contraception

You can get contraception from your GP

If you are registered with a GP in Hackney, you can even get your coil or implant fitted at a GP surgery near you. Contact your GP for more details.

Contraception is also available online through Sexual Health London

Link to order home testing for sexually transmitted infections and HIV from Sexual Health London

Long acting reversible contraception (LARC)

Long acting contraceptive methods are the most effective at preventing pregnancy.

Long acting reversible methods include:

- Intrauterine device (IUD) - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

- Intrauterine system (IUS) - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

- Contraceptive implant - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

- The contraceptive injection - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

If you would like long acting contraception, please call us on 020 7683 4103

You can also watch these helpful videos about the implant and IUD/IUS
(with thanks to Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust)

Emergency contraception

Emergency contraception is used to prevent pregnancy after having unprotected sex or when the usual method of contraception is believed to have failed (a split condom, missed pill etc).

Emergency contraception can be in the form of a pill or an intra-uterine device (IUD or the coil) and can be used up to 3-5 days after unprotected sex.

The emergency IUD is the most effective method of emergency contraception.

The IUD can be fitted within 5 days of unprotected sex. However, if more than 5 days have passed we may still be able to fit one - please discuss this with the doctor or nurse.

  • The emergency IUD does not cause an abortion
  • It can be used if you are breastfeeding
  • It can be used as ongoing contraception for up to 10 years

Emergency pills are more effective the sooner you take them. Emergency pills should not be seen as a regular method of contraception - it is much better to use a reliable method every time you have sex.

Click here for more information.

Contraception after having a baby

Unless fully breastfeeding (Please see more information on poster below), contraception should be initiated from 21 days.

Studies have shown that fertility can return as soon as three weeks after having a baby - even before periods start again. It is good to start thinking about contraception even before you have had your baby.

IUC can be safely inserted after birth at C-section or vaginal delivery within the first 48 hours.  After 48 hours, insertion should delayed until 28 days after child birth. Please discuss with your consultant or obstetrician.

The below summarises which contraception can be used in the first few months after having a baby:

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Contraception is available from all of our sexual health clinics

To book an appointment
call 0207 683 4103