The Paragard IUD has copper, right? Is it safe to have the metal inside you?

Yes. All the available birth control devices, including the copper IUD, have been rigorously tested for safety and are FDA-approved to use for years. Some people are allergic to copper and shouldn’t use that type of IUD, but most people aren’t allergic.

Still not working?

If you’re still bothered by the thought of having a device inside of you, there are plenty of other birth control options, like the shot, the pill, or the patch.