Pain Management

Review of evidence-based, person-centered strategies for improving patient comfort during IUD placements, from paracervical blocks to non-medication supports

LNG IUD as EC, IUD pain management, thrombosis risks with hormonal contraception, telehealth & medication abortion, adolescent contraception guidance

Cancer and contraception, menstrual cups and IUD displacement, vaginal microbiome and contraceptives, OTC birth control knowledge gaps, early medication abortion follow-up

Infection prevention after abortion, estetrol in oral contraceptives, postpartum implant placement and breastfeeding, SAHM position statements

Partner treatment for BV, pain and bleeding experiences during first-trimester abortion, interest in Rh testing and treatment for telehealth medication abortion.

New flexible IUD expands options for highly effective, non-hormonal birth control

New and updated guidance on the initiation and management of contraception, including pain management options for IUD placement, support for DMPA-SQ, and new conditions and methods added.

Clinical guidance on early pregnancy loss and SMA, safety of outpatient abortion for people with higher body weights, and how to document first-trimester ultrasound findings.