Is the Mirena a good birth control? This a common question among many women. The Mirena is different from regular forms of birth control. The IUD is inserted in the uterus preventing pregnancy up to 6 years. I am not a doctor, but I am a person who is currently on the Mirena before and after pregnancy.
Am I a good fit?
This form of birth control is perfect for someone who doesn’t remember to take their medication timely. Remembering to take the pill at the exact same moment every day can be hard when you have a million other things on your mind. With the Mirena you never have to worry about what time and day it is to take your birth control.
If having your birth control in your arm freaks you out this is also a great birth control for you. Many women prefer the Mirena because it helps ease cramping, lightens up heavy bleeding and for some women eliminates it completely.
The Mirena is not a good fit for someone who has or had breast cancer or cancer of the uterus.
How painful is insertion?
Insertion certainly isn’t painless, but the pain is tolerable. Some women take a pain reliever prior to their appointment. For many during their appointment they experience cramping in the lower abdomen and a little bleeding afterwards. On the bright side, insertion is no more than 1 to 2 minutes.
I felt a bit of cramping during my first time and the second time, but not once did I shed a tear.
Will I still get pregnant?
Yes, you will still get pregnant. After removal of the IUD your menstrual cycle will return to normal within a month.
My IUD was inserted in December 2015. I decided to have a baby in November 2017 by Christmas day that same year, I was announcing my pregnancy. I had no complications and gave birth to a beautiful baby girl in August 2018. In February 2019 I had a new IUD inserted and still do currently in 2021.
How quickly will I become pregnant?
You can become pregnant one month after removal of the Mirena. If you and your partner aren’t looking to have more kids, be sure to seek other options to prevent unwanted pregnancy.
Will my partner feel my IUD?
Your partner might feel the strings depending on his size but that’s it. You can still engage in intercourse like before. If your partner ejaculates in you, there is a 99 % chance you won’t get pregnant. And a 0.2% failure rate at 1 year and 0.7%at 5 years.
What are the side effects of the Mirena?
Final Thoughts
The Mirena is a preference. For most women, many enjoy the IUD because its convenience and low maintenance. Review all options made available and review what is best for you and your current situation. You can receive the Mirena with your local healthcare provider or at your local planned parenthood. For other health related articles click here.
