Can You Get Pregnant Right After Your IUD Is Removed?

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Yes. Your fertility does not need time to "reset" after an IUD comes out, and you can start trying right away if you feel ready. In one large study, over 94 percent of women trying to conceive after planned IUD removal went on to conceive, and more than half of those pregnancies happened within the first three months. The factor that actually predicts how quickly you conceive is your age at removal, not how long you had the IUD or which type you used.

The short answer: your fertility doesn't need to "restart"

This is one of the more persistent myths about IUDs, that your body needs a "waiting period" after removal before it can conceive normally. The research does not support that idea. IUDs work locally, preventing fertilization or implantation while in place, and they do not appear to have a lasting effect on your underlying fertility once removed.

How fast most women actually conceive after removal

In a study of 576 women who had their IUDs removed specifically to become pregnant, 94.3 percent conceived during the follow-up period, and 55.9 percent of those conceptions happened within the first three months after removal, according to the study as indexed on PubMed. That means the majority of women in that study did not wait long at all.

A broader systematic review pooling contraceptive discontinuation studies more generally found a pooled pregnancy rate of 83.1 percent within the first 12 months after stopping contraception, according to a 2018 systematic review and meta-analysis. IUDs specifically tend to sit at the faster end of that range compared with some other reversible methods, which is useful context if you are comparing timelines across contraceptive types.

The one factor that does matter (hint: it's not the IUD)

The same study of 576 women tested several variables that might affect how quickly fertility returned: age at removal, how long the IUD had been in place, the type of IUD, and the timing of when it was originally inserted. Only one of those mattered. Age at removal was the only variable which seemed to influence conception rates, according to that same study.

A separate long-term study of 540 women trying to conceive after IUD removal reached a similar conclusion. Duration of use and IUD type showed no relationship to time-to-conception, while increasing age and a history of pelvic inflammatory disease each decreased the monthly probability of conception, according to the study as indexed on PubMed. If you have a history of pelvic inflammatory disease, that is worth raising with your provider as you plan your timeline, since it is the factor with real data behind it, not how long you used the IUD.

"I think so many things can be avoided if there's just prevention."

— Dr. Samantha Ess, ND, Naturopathic Doctor specializing in hormone health and fertility

Starting foundational nutrition before you conceive, rather than after a positive test, is one of the more actionable pieces of that prevention-minded approach.

Supporting the preconception window

Our fertility gummies with methylated folate and myo-inositol are built for exactly this window, whether you start trying the same week your IUD comes out or a few months later.† Premium Fertility Gummies, with 13 fertility-focused nutrients, support normal ovulation, menstrual cycle regularity, and healthy hormone function as part of a preconception routine.† Not for use during pregnancy.

Our organic fertility tea with vitex and red raspberry leaf can pair naturally alongside it during the trying-to-conceive phase, formulated to support cycle regularity as you move into this next chapter.† Fertility Tea contains Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex), which is not recommended during pregnancy, so it is intended for the preconception window specifically, not after a positive test.

"Every stage of this journey, the waiting, the trying, the not knowing yet, matters. You do not have to rush your body's timeline, and you do not have to face it without support."

— Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder and CEO of Pink Stork

Building a realistic timeline instead of a panic timeline

If you are not pregnant within the first few cycles, that is well within the range of normal and does not mean something has gone wrong. The data above describes group averages, and individual timelines vary widely even among healthy, fertile women. If you are under 35 and have not conceived after a year of trying, or over 35 and have not conceived after six months, that is the general point at which most providers recommend an evaluation, not because something is presumed wrong, but because earlier evaluation gives more options if something does need addressing.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to wait a certain amount of time after IUD removal before trying to conceive?

No. Research does not support a required waiting period, and many women conceive within the first few months after removal.

Does the type of IUD I had affect how quickly I can get pregnant?

Research has not found a relationship between IUD type or duration of use and time to conception after removal.

What actually affects how quickly I'll conceive after IUD removal?

Age at removal is the factor with the most consistent evidence behind it. A history of pelvic inflammatory disease has also been linked to a lower monthly probability of conception in some studies.

How soon can I get pregnant after having an IUD removed?

In one study, over half of women who conceived after planned IUD removal did so within the first three months.

Is Premium Fertility Gummies safe to take during pregnancy?

No. Premium Fertility Gummies are formulated for the preconception window while trying to conceive and is not intended for use during pregnancy.

Can I take Fertility Tea once I know I'm pregnant?

No. Fertility Tea contains Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex), which is not recommended during pregnancy, so it is intended for use while trying to conceive, before pregnancy is confirmed.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while managing a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.