birth control
"During the "procedure" my gyno first made sure my cervix was inline which felt like a pinch. As she was inserting the IUD it felt like the worst period cramp of my life, but was bearable. The whole thing from start (insertion of the speculum) to finish lasted probably 5 minutes. After it was over, she let me lay down for a little bit due to the cramping. The cramps lasted the rest of the day but were gone the following day. I had a heavy period for 3 straight weeks afterward, and 1 more later on, but nothing since. I had to make an appointment for 4 weeks later to have an ultrasound to make sure the IUD was still in place. All in all, I would suggest a hormonal IUD (Skyla or Mirena) to anyone who is able to get one!"