"i came online months ago after i had my first son in search of birth control. i saw all the horror stories about mirena and cancelled my appointment right away. after trying the pill and constantly forgetting i went ahead and set up another appointment. the installation of mirena for me was painless, probably because i got it not long after my son was born. i had some spotting for a week or two but i&#039;ve had mirena since january or february and i love it. i&#039;ve had one period (which was very light). i haven&#039;t gained any weight from what i know but i wasn&#039;t losing my pregnancy pounds like all my friends were. now that i&#039;m watching what i eat the pounds are falling right off. i do get occasional cramping but nothing serious. i recommend this!"