"i have had the mirena for 3 years. the doctor recommended the mirena because i had such bad menstrual cycles. the actual procedure of putting it in was just slightly painful. it will be different for everyone since we are all slightly different. i did suffer some cramping for a few days after and had light spotting for about 2 months. after the spotting i no longer suffered terrible cycles i may spot for a day every 6 months or so. we all have different bodies but for me this works! i am looking forward to another."