"i had the mirena for 5 years. it was awesome. light periods, only had to use panty liners for a couple days. i had it taken out after the 5 years were up and within 5 weeks i found out i was pregnant! (which was my intention) doctors do recommend letting your body have a few normal periods after removal if you are trying to get pregnant. nearly miscarried 3 times with severe bleeding and had pre-eclampsia but don&#039;t think that had anything to do with the mirena. "