"i first started researching the mirena when my dr suggested it so me because i sucked at taking the pill everyday, had terribly painful and heavy periods, and i had no sexual desire at all. after reading everything online i was very nervous about the insertion and i almost backed out last minute. getting it in was very, very painful for me. the cramps were next to unbearable. i missed the next day of school and work because i was in so much pain. after about the 4th day, the pain and cramps finally started to subside. i bled for about 3 months after. nothing that a simple panty liner didn&#039;t take care of. it was always just light spotting. i am so glad i kept it because it is almost a year later and i love it. i would recommend to anyone."