"i got my mirena in dec 2014. i was taking the mini pill for years. i get classic migraines and can&#039;t take estrogen birth control. i had missed some pills in sept 2014 &amp; had an ectopic pregnancy. once my body recovered from that, my doc suggested mirena.  i always read &quot;horror&quot; stores about it, but after what i just went through, i decided to give it a try.  i&#039;m 36, with 3 kids,  so not having to worry about birth control for a couple years is great. the insertion was uncomfort level 5, but over &amp; done quick. spotting about a week. periods are so light that i barely need a pad. i haven&#039;t noticed any weight gain or acne. no issues with sex &amp; i think my libido has gone up. thus far, i&#039;m really satisfied and wish i had done it sooner."