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Finding a New Birth Control
Many women and Doctors have recommended Mirena as a safe and effective birth control mechanism for folks like you and me. It's ok to ask for advice and ...
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- I love my Mirena too - I got it about 3 months after the birth of my daugther. at first I had a lot of spotting and cramping, but after a few weeks nothing - I've hard...
- Congratulations W. on the anticipation of your new arrival! I understand exactly where you are coming from and the decision you are trying to make because I have just...
- Have had Mirena now for 5 years and am planning on having a new one put in next month. It has been wonderful. No periods for me at all and no side effects. I couldn...
Mirena or Birth Control Recommendation
Read all 4 responses: "Hi Moms, I'm looking for a good birth control recommendation. Something other than the depo shot. I'm interested in the Mirena but a ...
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- i just got the Mirena last month and love it. I was nervous but it was quick and easy....I felt cramping apon insertion but after that it was just little uncomfortabl...
- I was thinking about Mirena then I had two friends get pregnant with it. What are the chances of that??? I just went with the NuvaRing and I love it. You should loo...
- 1 2nd all the other post I have had the Mirena since june of 2006 went from the depo to mirena due to 2 much weight after being on depo for 8 years body got immune to ...
PLEASE HELP...Problems With the Mirena IUD Birth Control...
Read all 8 responses: "ok...my ob said it is normal for some woman to have prolonged periods while on the mirena and that it is nothing to worrie about...i ...
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- I have Mirena. I got it last March. I have not had a period for almost a year now. I remember them saying that I might have prolonged bleeding but I don't remember ...
- I got the Mirena in August, and had a long period of bleeding. Definitely over a month. I have to say though that it was worth every bit of it! But if you're worried, ...
- I have the same thing and I went through the same thing at first... I was near frightened at how much I was bleeding and at the time it seemed like forever... but I ju...
Breastfeeding and Birth Control
I would like to use some kind of birth control to make sure. My doctor suggested the Mirena IUD. I'm just wondering if anyone here has used this while ...
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- My doctor put me on the "mini-pill" form of birth control when I was breastfeeding. I still had to take a medicine called Reglan to up my milk output though. That part...
- I got the mirena IUD and breastfed... everything was fine. I love mine (the periods were really heavy for me for the first six months but they are okay now) *but some...
- Hi. I got mirena put in at my 6 week appt after having my son six months ago. I breastfed all four of my children. I LOVE how it's something I don't have to worry abou...
Birth Control Options
The Mirena is a low-hormone birth control and it is very effective. After having it inserted I went back a month later to make sure all was well and now ...
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- If you don't mind the pill, I would stay on it. The biggest problem with the pills that you only have your period every 3 months, is spot-thru bleeding. But, since y...
- The Mirena which is an IUC is wonderful ... I had my baby 9 months ago and I have only had one period and a 2 day stent of spotting. It is a low dose hormone, and I ha...
- Don't be scared of the Mirena IUD. To have it placed, it isn't much more uncomfortable than a PAP. I felt a little crampy for a few hours after, but now, I can't fee...
Birth Control Options - IUD Vs. Depo?
I would say go with mirena. It has fewer side effects and can be removed at any time .... What Is the Best Form of Birth Control? 12 · Mirena Birth Control ...
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- I strongly recommend Natural Family Planning. There are no pills or devices, but rather complete union between you and your husband. You just have to become aware of y...
- I LOVE the NuvaRing!!
- I would say go with mirena. It has fewer side effects and can be removed at any time . The shot is not reversible. Mirena can be used for up to 5 years and with easy r...
Birth Control Insight?
She is looking into birth control for afterwards and is considering either Mirena or Paragard, she used pills before but had CRAZY mood swings! ...
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- K.: I personally used the Mirena for 3 years & it did the job of preventing pregnancy. The one thing she might want to consider though before choosing either one is...
- i use mirena and its so great! no periods or side effects and you can breastfeed with it. just a little cramping the day you get it
- I am still paying off hospital bills that resulted from the Mirena IUD. I realize my situation is very rare, but as I describe it to people I always get a "I know som...
Mirena vs Implanon
hello J.. i am 22yrs. of age. i have been on all kinds of birth control. i liked the mirena, but my girlfriend got pregnate. she couldn't have it removed ...
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- I have a mirena and I think it is wonderful! I would go with it since it can be easily inserted and removed by pulling the string when you are ready unlike removing f...
- hello J.. i am 22yrs. of age. i have been on all kinds of birth control. i liked the mirena, but my girlfriend got pregnate. she couldn't have it removed until her...
- I am using the Mirena right now, I gave birth to my 1st baby (girl) in August and have been on it ever since. I have had no problems with it at all. I really do like i...
Seeking Advice from Any Women Who Has Had Mirena (IUC) Birth Control Done.
Everyone's body is different and will react different to various birth control forms. That being said, I've had my Mirena in for a year and LOVE IT! ...
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- Hi C., I had Mirena in for five years. I would NOT recommend it. I do not want to scare you of it, but my experience does not seem to be unique. I have found atleas...
- Hi C., I see all of your responses have been positive. You may want to search back a bit in the "requests/responses" from a few months ago, there were quite a few po...
- I JUST had my Mirena put in 2 weeks ago. SO far so good. I LOVE it already. It was pretty painful when getting it put in, but my pain tolerance is pretty low. Other th...
Has Anyone Had an IUD for Birth Control?
Read all 24 responses: "I had my first child in October (LOVE being a mommy!) and the dr recommended a Mirena IUD for birth control.
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- I have a Mirena IUD. I like it now, but the first year wasn't fun. Lots of bleeding. It was weird. Just thought you'd like to know. I wish I had been better prepared f...
- I had one from Sept 2005 until Sept 2008. Here's my story... I loved it until it started causing physical problems...didn't know it caused so much until after the fact...
- Hello S., I love my iud! I have had it now for about one year. I spotted at first and now if and when i have a period, it is so light I only need a pantiliner. I wo...
