"i had paragard for nine years, and it worked really well. i had it removed about a week ago since my husband had a vasectomy. i did have super heavy periods and heavy cramping during my time with paragard. i have light periods and never have cramps with my period. it was worth to have such heavy periods as to not get pregnant. i can&#039;t take birth control pills due to hormones gave me horrible migraines (i tried many different types). this was such a life savor. i would highly recommend it to anyone."