"i am a 20 year old with no children. i got the mirena inserted the beginning of may (2011), so i have had it over a month now. insertion was definitely painful, but only lasted a few minutes. i had some spotting that day and moderate cramping for a few days after, but just took some ibuprofen and it was bearable. a week ago, i had very very light spotting for about 5 days, i just wore a panty liner and it was fine, no cramping or anything either. i feel my strings after intercourse and its hard to find but my boyfriend can&#039;t feel it during sex so that&#039;s good. i love not having to take the pill (i was on it for 4 years prior to having the mirena). so far i definitely recommend it."