I tried taking birth control pills but they just weren't for me. I would sometimes forget to take them. Well, actually more than just sometimes, most of the time. So Im going to get an IUD so I don't have to worry about it. I have two little babies and I have hear that IUD's are really good even better than Birth control pills. Im hoping so. My kids are 10 months apart and I dont want any more for a while. Maybe in 3 or 4 years I may want one more.
Hope to hear your opinion on IUD's.
2006-08-18 09:01:43 · 17 answers · asked by Tired-Mom 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I use the Mirena IUD, and it has been great. I wanted to be as sure of not being pregnant as possible, with the ability to have children later. With the Mirena, you can take it out, and start trying to have a baby right away with the same results as those that didnt use birth control. When I first got it put in for about a minute I had some strong cramps, but after labor, shoot, that was a walk in the park. After that I didnt have any more problems. Ive had mine over a year with no complications and get this...NO PERIOD! Yay! They recommend the Mirena for people with very painful cycles because after a year something like 87% of users no longer have periods. Or if they do, its incredibly light. Good luck! Mine has been great! BTW...you can keep it in for up to 5 years without need for anything but the occasional check up to make sure it hasnt moved.
2006-08-18 09:09:32 · answer #1 · answered by Jasmine R 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Does Iud Insertion Hurt
2016-11-14 09:20:19 · answer #2 · answered by slinkard 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the ParaGard (copper) IUD and it didn't hurt when I had it put in. My ob/gyn did it at his office. He asked me to come in during my period (but you don't have to) because the cervix was already open, so it makes it easier to put in. He told me I might feel a pinch, but I didn't feel anything. I think maybe the people who say it hurts are those who go in when they're not on their period, so the doctor has to pry their cervix open.
Anyway, it took about 30 seconds total to "install" (lol) and that was it. Other than checking to see if the string is still there (only have to do this once a month) it's maintenance free and so far (I've had it for a year now) no problems and no babies.
I had some slightly heavier bleeding and slightly more cramping for my first few menstrual cycles after having it put in, but things went back to normal after a few months, and now it's fine.
Mine is copper, and still allows ovulation. I have no experience with the Mirena (hormonal) IUD, so maybe they're different? I do know that with the copper one, there's no real waiting time after you have it taken out if you want to get pregnant. Unlike with hormonal birth control, this one doesn't screw with your body and suppress ovulation. Many women who have Mirena or take the pill or patch have problems conceiving after they stop. They have to give their body an "adjustment time" to get back to normal and start ovulating again. Not so with Paragard. Oh, and it lasts 10 years.
Good luck to you!
2006-08-18 09:49:24 · answer #3 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Mine hurt like a bad period pain when I had it put in (they have to clamp the cervix to get it more open), and cramped a little for a few days afterwards, and a bit before my periods. As you've had kids it'll probably hurt you a lot less at insertion.
I love my IUD, it rocks, every girl should have one!
2006-08-21 12:55:29 · answer #4 · answered by smudgepuss 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've had an IUD for five years and love it. The pain when it was inserted was no worse than when you have your annual exam. Afterwards, you might have some cramping and your periods might be a little heavier for a couple of months. Its side effects are less than the pill. Follow the doctors instructions and you will be fine.
2006-08-18 09:31:49 · answer #5 · answered by Chris 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-30 16:25:22 · answer #6 · answered by mariella 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cousin had gotten a IUD and she said it wasnt that painfull when she was getting it but after words she had a little bit of bleeding like spotting....and she had cramps like she would have her peorid for a few days like 3 days and every thing went away...and she has had it for about 4 years and has had no problems with it...
2006-08-18 09:33:47 · answer #7 · answered by Baby Girl 24 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mine hurt a little at first (just some cramping) but other then that I don't even know it's there.
2006-08-18 09:49:27 · answer #8 · answered by mayasmom1204 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The actual insertion will be a little uncomfortable, nothing more, you'll never know the IUD is there. However a guy may if he penetrates really deep or if he's well endowed. That's the only problem I know of, however it's no big deal.
2006-08-18 09:13:29 · answer #9 · answered by bprice215 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Good to hear of someone exercising sensibility. I haven't had one, but I was a nurse and the patients did feel a pinch while getting it and yes you can have cramping afterward but your doc might give you something to help with that. Just take it easy afterward, rest with a good book. Good luck.
2006-08-18 09:09:49 · answer #10 · answered by el 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋