"i got my mirena placed today and while time will tell what happens my insertion experience was nothing like the majority of reviews i&#039;ve read. i am 31 years old and have 2 daughters, youngest being 19mo. i had absolutely no problem with insertion.  i share bc i saw so many posts about pain and cramps, and while everyone is different, it&#039;s not that scary.  i will follow up, but i will say  this was nothing more than a pap to me.  mom&#039;s, i feel great, happy and i&#039;m not gushing like i&#039;ve heard happens.  it&#039;s been most of the day  and i&#039;m barely spotting.  much luck, be safe, but don&#039;t be turned off by everything you read ☺"