"i have had skyla since i was 20, 2 years now. it is meant for women who have not had a baby before. i took some ibuprofen before and got it done in less than 5 mins. it was pretty, pretty painful but you have to understand that they are dilating your cervex. afterwards, i was in a little pain but was able to drive home. laid down for the rest of the day. and 2 years later i still love it!! i did get an ovarian cyst like a year ago but when i felt abdominal pain i went to my dr. no complications. had no period for 1 year but overall feel great. it&#039;s not for everyone but it has worked great for me. also, i have not used a condom since i got it and never pregnant. "