In today’s episode, I share an interview with Angie, a member of the Fertility Friday community who shares her experience with the copper IUD. Unfortunately, Angie experienced a surprise (unplanned) pregnancy while using the device. She shares her experience as well as valuable insights for anyone who has ever considered using it. Today’s episode is sponsored by Fertility Awareness Mastery, my LIVE 10 week group program. Gain confidence charting your cycles, and gain deep insights into the connection between your health, your fertility, and your cycles. We start on April 23rd. Will you be joining us? Click here to register today! Today’s episode is also sponsored by The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. The Fifth Vital Sign is available for purchase on Amazon, and you can head over to thefifthvitalsignbook.com to download the first chapter for free.  Topics discussed in today's episode: What are some of the side effects Angie first experienced when she had the Copper IUD inserted? What is the failure rate with the Copper IUD? How did Angie react when she learned she was part of that percentage? Angie’s recovery (mentally and physically) after her emergency surgery How does Angie feel about the Copper IUD now? Angie’s experience so far with the Fertility Awareness Method The importance of researching your any form of birth control before you decide what is best for your body Connect with Lisa:  You can connect with Lisa on her Facebook, Twitter, and on her website.   Resources mentioned Fertility Awareness Mastery - 10 Week Group Program The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility (Book) | Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Get The First chapter of The Fifth Vital Sign for FREE | thefifthvitalsignbook.com Related podcasts & blog posts: Pill Reality Series | Fertility Friday FFP 247 | The Truth About Copper IUDs | Pill Reality Series | Nina and Kathryn FFP 242 | Planning for Pregnancy | What You Need To Know! | Lisa | Fertility Friday [On-Air Client Session] FFP 238 | Fertility Awareness, Birth Control, and Body Literacy | Lisa & Leah C FFP 205 | Is Your IUD Messing With Your Mind? | Pill Reality Series Lisa & Allie FFP 161 | Are IUDs Safer Than The Pill? | Hormonal IUDs vs Copper IUDs | Dr. Steve Gangemi Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group. Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast in Apple Podcasts! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic A Special Thank You to Our Show Sponsor: The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility This episode is sponsored by my new book The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility. Click here to buy now.    Fertility Friday | Fertility Awareness Mastery Live Group Program This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness and take a deep dive into your cycles and how they relate to your overall health! Click here to apply now!