"i just got my second mirena inserted today - i will seriously never do anything else.  i&#039;ve tried other methods (patch, nuvaring, pill) and nothing compares to mirena if you want longer-term birth control!



yes, it is fairly painful upon insertion, but it lasts for only about 40 seconds max, but it is so worth it!  both time i didn&#039;t have bleeding or cramping afterwards.  my first time i didn&#039;t even have spotting, my periods just completely stopped for all 5 years.  i am crossing my fingers for the same this time!  i never had weight gain and my skin was amazingly clear.  for those who are interested in low-maintenance, long-term birth control, i cannot recommend mirena more!"