IUD questions.

[infamousmae.livejournal.com]

I just recently had my first Ob/Gyn appointment and received samples of Seasonique.

I'm about to be married and will be moving out of the country for a good two/three years in October.

My doctor told me about a form of birth control [IUD] that would probably be good for me, with me traveling and being so far from home. After hearing her opinion on this, it made me consider the thought of that form instead of just the pill.

My soon-to-be-hubby and I definitely aren't planning on having kids anytime soon, and I understand that once it's inserted, it's good for five years and not recommended to be removed before then.

Has anyone used this form of birth control? I'm curious to learn more about it from women who have actually been on it and can tell me the ups and downs first hand.

Thanks! :]

Comments

[nakedfaery.livejournal.com]

There's a community called iud_divas which I recommend, it can give you a lot of info.

I had terrible experiences with my IUD's, but not every woman does. aechei who is the maintainer of IUD divas has a mirena, has done for years and has no problems with it.

IUD's are the most popular form of birth control worldwide, and the mirena is the most effective (lowest failure rate) contraceptive available according to the W.H.O. If your body can't tolerate hormones, the Paragard is an excellent choice. It's very effective, but can make your menstrual flow heavier and your periods more painful. For most women this stops after 3 months, but for some it doesn't.

[infamousmae.livejournal.com]

Thank you. :]