"skyla was placed 6 weeks after delivery. slightly uncomfortable, but so much better than my previous mirena.  just take take something over the counter first.  my first period was heavier and longer ( no periods with mirena after first few months), and i haven&#039;t had another period yet with skyla.  i still have other pms tupe symptom like irribility and slight cramping... but no more periods for me ! i&#039;m going on 10 months now"