birth control
"I got the paragard IUD about 7 months ago. The initial process of getting it inserted was pretty painful but SO fast! I wouldn't say my experience with the IUD was terrible but it has its downsides. I've always had bad cramps and a pretty decent flow. I knew going into this that paragard would only make these things worse. Honestly, I can deal with the cramps and 10 day long periods. However, recently I'm discovering that I've gained about 20lbs in the past 6 months. It's all happening in my mid section and I've read other women's stories claiming the same. It wouldn't surprise me if it was the paragard. I've always easily gained weight on birth control, that's why I went with paragard. I plan to have it removed next week."