"i&#039;ve had my mirena since july 29, 2008. when i first got it inserted i was a bit nervous because i was told that it was a little painful. i did feel a small pinch followed by a few minutes of what felt like menstrual craps, but that was it. it has been over a year and i still have periods, i didn&#039;t gain any weight, i even forget that i have it in. i would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a birth control that is low maintenance but effective."