birth control
"I am a 21 year old, no children. The insertion was mildly uncomfortable, but with labour breathing techniques, bearable. I had spotting for a week after the insertion. My period for the first year was very heavy, up to 15 days. Cramping was mild throughout. After one year my period has calmed down and is now back to the 7 days as before I had the IUD. No other side effects. I would definitely recommend the Paragard to anyone who wants hormonal free IUD. But be prepared for the heavy periods, as it takes time for the IUD to settle in your uterus. I was close to giving up but finally my period has returned to normal and boy am I happy."