"don&#039;t let the horrible reviews scare you! yes, it definitely hurts. but it doesn&#039;t last long - like a second or less. you can handle it. i even got it placed when i wasn&#039;t on my period - which is not ideal. ask your doctor for xanax or valium to help with the nerves. i was super nervous, i took 2 valium a little before the appointment and 1 while i was in the chair. make sure you uber there or have a friend take you. i went right back to work after placement but you may want to take the day off just to relax as you will have bad cramps. the first week i had heavy cramps and spotting- heating pads help a ton. i worked out the second day which helped. by week two the cramps will taper off. i am loving it so far, it was the best decision ever!"