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This small, flexible, plastic device uses a hormone to prevent pregnancy. A doctor puts it inside your uterus (we also call it your "womb"). It can be left inside your uterus for years.

This is a small, flexible device made of plastic and copper. A doctor puts it inside your uterus (we also call it your "womb") to prevent pregnancy. It can be left inside your uterus for years.

This is a permanent form of birth control. It uses small elastic rings to block your fallopian tubes. It keeps eggs from traveling from your ovaries to your womb (where they can be fertilized by your partner's sperm). Tubal ligation is meant for women who do not want to become pregnant in the future. We may be able to reverse it with surgery. But even after the reversal, you may not be able to become pregnant.

This is a permanent form of birth control. It uses small clips to block your fallopian tubes. It keeps eggs from traveling from your ovaries to your womb (where they can be fertilized by your partner's sperm). Tubal ligation is meant for women who do not want to become pregnant in the future. We may be able to reverse it with surgery. But even after the reversal, you may not be able to become pregnant.

This is a permanent form of birth control. It uses an electric current to seal your fallopian tubes. It keeps eggs from traveling from your ovaries to your womb (where they can be fertilized by your partner's sperm). Tubal ligation is meant for women who do not want to become pregnant in the future. We may be able to reverse it with surgery. But even after the reversal, you may not be able to become pregnant.

During this procedure, which takes about 15 minutes to perform, the physician implants tiny inserts into openings of the fallopian tubes to permanently prevent pregnancy. Implantation of the Adiana inserts requires no incisions because it is performed through the opening of the cervix with the aid of a thin, telescopic instrument called a hysteroscope.

You've welcomed a baby into your family. You're caring for your baby at home, but soon you'll go back to work. This is a stressful time for parents. Here are some tips to make the transition easier.

Becoming a new parent is exciting. After months of waiting, you finally get to meet your baby. But adjusting to your new life can be difficult. Let's talk about what to expect.