How long did your cramps last after the Mirena IUD insertion?

The IUD (aka Intrauterine Device) is a tiny t-shaped implant that a doctor places in your uterus to help prevent pregnancy for several years. Unfortunately, one thing commonly associated with IUDs is the cramps they cause after insertion. Despite that fact, IUDs really score when it comes to effectiveness. read more

Hi, your story is so similar to mine..the Mirena was supposed to be my solution to irregular bleeding and it's been over a week since insertion and I'm in so much pain with continual cramping and back pain. read more

I barely bled that day. Had no cramps. It's been exactly one week since insertion. Still no bleeding it's like my period stopped that day. I'm shocked because A- my period just ceased after day 2! and 2- most women cramp and bleed because the body wants to get rid of the foreign object! So far can't complain. read more