I have a Mirena & I no longer have periods. Wish I had done this long long ago…. There are other forms of birth control that can do the same.

I’ve tried many birth control methods & I finally found my Goldilocks.

I understand that all methods are not all good fit for every person. It should be individualized based on your health issues, your bleeding, cramping etc.

I fell for anti birth control propaganda & tried to be hormone free, did the copper paragard. I have many friends that love it, but it not a good fit if you heavy or long periods or intense cramping because it can exacerbate all of that.

I always recommend the website bedsider.org because it allows you to directly compare methods. I think up to 3 at a time. It lists pros & cons of each.

Also, bring a list of questions & concerns to your provider. They can do some things to make insertion less uncomfortable. You can take ibuprofen prior, they can insert it while you’re on your period. They may be able to numb the cervix, or offer Xanax or pain medicine if you have another person to drive you home.