After I had my son, my provider stated that I would benefit from the IUD. I waited a full year after that before deciding to go with the IUD. I was petrified of it to be honest. I was bleeding very heavily for 3 months straight and was getting scared. I made an appt with my OB and she did my annual exam and then a week later did an endometrial BX. A week later she placed the IUD. I had to go back a month later to make sure it was still in place. I, with the help from OB, chose the Mirena IUD. It will be in for 5 years. During the first 4 months, I did have mood swings. I never had mood swings with BCP. I did have my first cyst with the IUD though. I did have slight headaches because my body was trying to adjust to the IUD. I have had my IUD for a full year now and I won't do anything else but IUD from here on out. It's better for me in the long run. I have had 5 periods since I've had my IUD placed. My periods are very light compared to bleeding all the time. My period only lasts for a max of 4 days if that. I would suggest you talk it over with your OB to make sure it's the right choice for you. |