"i&#039;m 18 years old and i&#039;ve had bad side effects with every hormonal birth control i&#039;ve tried over the years. (since i was 14) which included horrible mood swings, severe acne break outs, decreased interest in sex, and even hair loss! getting the copper iud in was the best decision i&#039;ve ever made. getting the iud in was uncomfortable and there was cramping afterwards but nothing i couldn&#039;t handle and i have a low pain tolerance. i recommend this iud to everyone!"