My best friend has an IUD since she is often sexually active and she said it’s helped her so much even though she’s had cramping and heavier periods. The IUD is one of the only birth controls I could ever get because they’re non hormonal. Hormonal birth control (which I learned from taking the pill) triggers my epilepsy:/ thank you for making this!!

I'm on my second Mirena IUD. I had the first one in 2010 - changed it in 2015 - and I couldn't be more pleased! No menstruation, no pregnancies(alooot of sex tho)

I won the war against my mom's IUD then life became another battle

Reading the comments made me scared of the IUD insertion but today i had it done and I felt no pain, just slight discomfort for seconds! ( 4th day of my period) Don’t be scared.

I went with the Paragard (copper) IUD. I still had regular periods. It was in for 7 years (can be left in up to 10) and I never had a pregnancy scare in those 7 years. Just got it removed today - now that my husband and I are ready to move forward with having children! And to anyone that is curious; it was not nearly as uncomfortable nor painful to have it taken out as it was to get it inserted.

I have a Mirena IUD and absolutely love it. It helped to treat my endometriosis. It took about 8 months to get used to with constant bleeding for those months straight due to my condition. Finally happy to say that I no longer have horrible, painful periods where I couldn’t move, I was puking, etc. I only have break through bleed every once an awhile. Got I placed November 2021 and it’s worked wonders on pain management.

just had mine 2 days ago and it hurt really bad but just for about 20 seconds. my doctor was really great, she made sure i was relaxed and talked to me through the process. i don’t feel any pain, i’m very surprised and happy with the whole procedure ⭐️don’t be scared, it’s worth it!

I am very happy that I have an IUD! It has changed my life. Mirena has let me live a normal life, no periods, effective birth control, and no side effects!

FINALLY a video that gives details about how an IUD works!!

For insertion I recommend focusing on breathing and relaxing your body. Mine was painless! But the rest of the day was very crampy.

I got my IUD 3 months ago and love it. Some tricks that I hope will help and maybe express what it felt like getting it done. So to start, I never had a baby let alone intercourse at the time. Now, I took half a dose of ibuprofen (400ml out of 800) and ate some bread, its important to eat even though you don't feel like eating (I sure as hell didnt) I'm glad I did as it gave me some strength and endurance to get through it. As soon as I got in the car, (I do recommend having someone drive you there and back) I added a heat pad over my ovaries, not neccesarily to suppress pain or relax any muscles, it was there for more of a distraction when they do it, focuse on this feeling instead of that feeling type of thing. I brought a little neck pillow to make sure I was comfortable and I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend bringing a neck pillow with you. I made sure to stay as still as possible to have the highest success of insertion without complications. So they added the instrument that opens you up (didnt hurt) they did an antiseptic on the entrance of the cervix (didnt hurt, felt like a q-tip, as it is, up there) and informed me that there was going to be a "pinch", meaning they were going to use theses tongs like things to open my cervix up and yea that was one hell of a pinch BUT as soon as she said "there's gonna be a pinch" I breathed in nice and heavy and I soon as I felt it I breathed out super fast and kept taking deep breaths in and out. The best way I can describe the pain was it felt metal-y blunt jab, like someone took a decent amount of your arm skin and twisted it really hard, doesn't really feel like a cramp per say. Its a very sudden pain but eventually goes away after a second or two. I was so focused on breathing and making sure to stay still that the actual IUD insertion didnt feel like anything and was done. From the moment I laid down on my neck pillow and opened them legs wide to them saying "its in, all I need to do is trim the strings" took about less then 3 minutes. They were honestly surprised on how good I did seeing how I never had a child/intercourse because they usually do IUDs for those people. My doctor tried to get me on the pills or the shots but I said "Nu". I'm a set it and forget it type girl and I couldn't be happier. The first 24 hours was a living hell. When I got home from the docters I took the other half dose of ibuprofen and laid in bed thinking I made a mistake getting this, this hurts so bad but heat pads, tea, and lots of sleep does wonders. I hope this helped and if you have questions let me know! EDIT: I forgot to mention I got the Kyleena one. Skyla and Kyleena were the ones recommend to me by my doctor. Skyla was 3 years and Kyleena was 5 years.

I had IUD Paraguard & that was the worst. It caused stomach pains & abnormally heavy periods. Then I switched to IUD Mirena & I love it! I had it for 4 years now and no problems 😁 No pregnancies, no pains, no periods it’s beautiful! Lol

I loved my copper IUD! Got it put in 6 weeks postpartum and never had a pregnancy scare! Got it taken out to start trying for another baby and I got pregnant the week after I got it removed.

I can't use the reason, "I was born without my consent" anymore because I competed for it as a sperm 😭

Really appreciate how straightforward and factual these nucleus vids are

Ah i remember when i got my IUD inserted, i was throwing up and feeling light headed for hours. Ahh the memories, it works really well now though and no more sickness. :3

3:06 The struggle of a trapped sperm, dying in vain without having completed its life's quest.

Best video on KZfaq about explaining the effects of copper T

Got mirena today. Was initially super nervous, was told to take ibuprofen 800, did so about an hour before. Doctor was great, and explained everything along the way. Light cramping to open up the cervix but 100% tolerable. A few hours after and feel mild cramping. So glad I decided to get it

I had one. I didn't feel much pain. My period sure is nonexistent though!

I have one!! I really like it :) Insertion was uncomfortable but nothing too excruciating. Afterwards it hurt a lot for about an hour, probably best to have someone to drive you home.

The insertion was quick but the feeling was unlike anything I’d ever felt (never had a kid, never really felt a pinch in my cervix before) and that freaked me out. It was Pretty uncomfortable. My cramps that day were SO bad. It’s kept my period pretty regular for a few years but unlike other oral birth controls it didn’t help ease my cramps over time, it did nothing for my acne. But if you have a really irregular period and you don’t want to get pregnant go for it.

I just got my today!!!no pain just little disconfort i did toke some ibuprofen befor my appoinment my doctor recommended it..i'm super exited i don't have to worrie about gettin pregnant for the next 7 years

4:30 Damn girl you either pregnant or you not. You can't be half.

i also taken this copper iud.it's really so comfortable.but using after 1.5 years i was faced ectopic pregnancy & lost my right side tube.cause my tube brusted & i was going to die.thanks to Allah who gives me new life for my family....🤲

Always adore animation of Nucleus Medical Media.. bravo!!

Im getting my iud replaced tomorrow for the smaller, 5 year one. My experience with the skyla (smaller, 3 yr IUD): insertion was extremely painful. Some light spotting after. My periods lightened. Extremely painful cramps before and during my periods throughout the full 3 years of having it. I’ve had it’s positioning checked multiple times and it has been in the correct position. Although it’s made my period pain sometimes unbearable, I don’t regret it. My case seems to be extremely rare, and I’ve never met another woman who experiences that level of pain with it. As a young woman, I would much rather be in pain during a week out of a month than get pregnant.

The problem with health providers is that they don't tell you to go for check ups or inform you that the IUD moves out of place and this sucks.

Got my IUD about 3 days ago and wanted to share my experience so far! :) The insertion wasn't as bad as I had imagined. But I was also prepared for the absolute worst, having read the experiences of others. I had my IUD inserted at the start of my period (which was a requirement), and the docter perscribed painkillers to take the day before and an hour before the procedure. I believe not all doctors do this, and that might add to why my pain was very managable. I won't lie, you will feel it, but it only sucks for a minute and then you're done for 5 years. The afternoon after insertion I had cramps, which weren't worse than heavy period cramps. After that I hardly had any pain at all. You can't forget it, like the pill, since it's always there, and you don't feel it being in your body after placing it at all. So far, would def recommend it

can you please make a animation video on how the implant(implanon) works.

IUD is the best decision i ever made. i would recommend for any women.

I've had it for 2 years now.. Have one more year to go. I don't even feel it in there and it doesn't affect my sex life at all.. In fact, my nonregular period cycles improve a lot better

I am one of those 100 that got pregnant. Be careful.

the string is the part that seems scary to me, my dumb self would put a tampon in and accidentally pull out the iud instead

I have been using the copper IUD since 2016 after I had my daughter and its the best. I do annual check ups as well as monthly self exam for the string. My husband and I love the convenience of it. I strongly recommend it for family planning

It was the worst pain I every had experienced but it definitely made me not wanna give birth to a baby so I'm glad I have it.

I went with Skyla 3 year IUD. I loved my periods. But I experienced mood swings, migraines, and depression.

I got a Mirena and it REALLY hurt. It gives labor pains essentially. I threw up from the pain, it was incredibly bad. I couldn't walk for the rest of the day and had to stay in bed for the next. However, I don't get a period now, which is nice! If can hurt for some people and not for others. Just read about it :)

I did mine weeks ago......thanks to everyone for your comment....right now I have heavy flow n cramping.. I thought it was abnormal so I intend going to the clinic tomorrow to remove but your comment helped me

Wow that was such an informative video! Never knew that about the mucus and I used to be in the medical field!!

My IUD was positioned incorrectly I developed ovarian cysts and EXCRUCIATING cramps. Dr said my uterus was trying to expel it which is most likely why it was out of place. Right before I got my IUD I knew I didn’t want it, everything about it made me uncomfortable: LISTEN TO YOUR BODY AND GUT INSTINCT. Got it taken out today!

For those girls who is searching for a positive experience: I got mine inserted today. Like most of you I was scared to death, after watching many videos and read many comments. I layed down on the gurney, and got mentally ready for him to put the IUD inside me. I got anxious and asked him when he begins. He told me, im already finish. I was so chocked and did not feel a thing. No pain. I am 23, and have not given birth to any children. He told me that my uterus was straight, while some uterus might be (Not straight?). This may cause some more pain if your uterus goes a little to the side.

I've had mine for 9 years now I check on it weekly. I highly recommend checking it often

Hahaha I thought the IUD blocked the access of the sperm into the fallopian tubes. Like literally 😂...

I had the third one inserted today. Each iud is inserted for a period of 10-12 years. Mine is copper t. The first iud insertion is also your worst. The cramps are very intense with the first one but as you grow older, they become less intense and by the time you have your third one inserted all will be good. During the insertion, the procedure causes cramps. After the inserion, medium size cramps may occur, resembling either your second day of period or the way you feel when you have extreme indigestion and must go do No. 2. Your uterus is a muscle so it will contract to try to expel the iud if it can and hence this is why you feel the cramps. You wll also experience very light spotting, similar to the ones you feel when your perjod ends. Iuds are excellent, safe and a good method of contraception.

my cousin had all of her 3 kids on different types of birth control , iud was one of them 😃

I don't regret my IUD... But it has been the most painful experience I've ever gone through... I threw up because of the pain and fainted.

Siiick video! Thank you SO much for uploading!

when i was a kid my mom had a surgery and i saw that device, i kept wondering what was that but felt embarrassed asking my parents. I'm happy that i finally know what was that haha.

I found this video to teach my students about IUDs but i found the sample video watermark made it hard to see, i think it would have been better if it was placed in a less obstructive place so key terms could still be seen

Just got my copper iud last week. So far so good. Definitely was sore after the first day. Week later got my period and the cramps have definitely been harder to deal with but nothing too bad, Midol helps. Definitely more bleeding as well. But no hormones! 😁 Insertion wasn’t too bad, just felt like heavy pressure and when it was inserted just a big cramp for less than 30 seconds. Then it was good after. They even offered snacks and water after. Let me give anyone a tip! They say to take 800mg of Ibuprofen 30-40mins before because it helps with swelling ! Definitely take it as it helps, take it up to 48 hrs after too !

Because of you now i love biology

I had NO pain. Going on 5 years now.

Among all other videos about IUD, this is the most direct to the point and concise explanation. Great video NUCLEUS MEDICAL MEDIA.😍

Thank you for this topic,it help me a lot

I had my IUD for 9 months. I went back to my doctor because I was having heavy bleeding that last up to 2 weeks. My doctor told me it wasn’t there anymore that it just came out. I took a pregnancy test that came back positive. Please if you decide to chose the IUD just be careful.

Highly informative,thank u for posting!

Molly Burke's "My IUD Horror Story (Super TMI!)" got me here... thanks girl... TMI for reals lol

50% of ppl are like- IT HURT LIKE BLOODY HELL The other 50% are like - I HAD SEX THE NEXT DAY AND IT DIDN’T HURT ANY.. idk what to do now😂 thx yall

I had the copper IUD, which got embedded in the wall. I had to get a small surgery done with General anaesthesia to get it removed. It was most scary experience. After the surgery during every menstrual cycle, that area where it was embedded, used to hurt really bad for 2-3 years. It’s been 7 years using condoms and I’m more than happy. Condoms are the safest of all.

I am one of the less than one out of a hundred women who got pregnant on the iud. I'm not upset though. It was effective for a year and a half and my hubby and I were seriously considering having kids shortly before finding out I was pregnant. I'll still give the iud a chance after our firstborn is born, but if it happens again, then I may consider a new birth control option.

They don’t tell you how absolutely horrifically painful it is

Just got mine today... absolutely horrible pain 😭

While watching this I noticed my period started.. another 5 days of hell.

Don’t trust people who say it doesn’t hurt. For some people it might not, but I had the copper IUD put in and practically climbed up the table.. it hurt so bad. Can’t imagine what having a baby must be like!

I just got my first iud and I can't speak for everyone, but it was extremely painful for me. I even got so lightheaded after that I fainted and woke up on the floor🥺

I had the Mirena IUD inserted for birth control and it worked great. I didn't want to get pregnant while with my boyfriend and it worked fine. I highly recommend it. I had no issues with it at all, - no pain, or cramping, etc. I also stopped getting a period which I did not like, but it was worth it not to have a pregnancy.

It really works i had it before

Even if you are young an iud is a option! I got mine at 15 and love it. The pain is different for everyone but I went in a got it put in and it was only 3 painful points that went away right after 2secs. For 5 years of being protected trust me it is worth it.

My sister had one of these. she had to be rushed to the emergency room and missed my brothers wedding because of it. It wasn't to product it was because the hospital didn't disinfect it before they put it in so she had a really bad infection. to think of it if she didn't go to the hospital she would probably be dead right now.

Thank you so much for your information ❤️❤️👍👍

oh gosh this channel is so good.

Just got my first iud in and I came to see wtf they did cause it hurt like hell.

The best I’ve used no weight gain, no heavy period, no mood swings

Thanks for the video I just had mine taking out and new one in

Thank you very much for the video with kindness and respect and I appreciate your professional skills

Thank your very educative vid. i went and had mine done ( coopper iud) and it was so easy, quick and painfree.

Красота! Я с этим приспособлением забеременнела и родила . Уже ребёнку 4 года!

I honestly don't understand the number of hate comments here. If someone doesn't wanna get pregnant and chooses to get an IUD then it is her choice. I don't see how that calls for any hate?

To whomever has had an IUD our in, I am so sorry that must have hurt so bad

I came here because of a meme thinking it was a mini scooter handle bars

I love women who honor us both by thinking ahead this way; but these things can hurt.

Very helpful thanks!

Thank you! Great info!!

who are a medical student here ?

I got a Merina because of my heavy periods and endo, but it caused more than half my hair to fall out (i am NOT even kidding) and i gained a huge amount of weight even thou i was eating the same and still exercising the same as i am a fit person. My sex drive also practically disappeared. It also caused constant cramping even years after it was placed.My doc keep insisted it would get better , but it never did 4 years after. So i got that sucker taken out and all of weight fell off and my hair finally started to grow back again. I will never use a hormonal BC again.

I think it works great it depends on which one you get

I had the non hormonal in for a total of three months. Hormonal birth control gives me depression. Anyways, I thought it was going to kill me. Pain like I've never had in my life. Extended periods over a week to 9 days most times and spotting in between periods. Too much bleeding, almost three to four times more blood during periods then prior to insertion. Had to get it removed. 3 years later after removal, I still get really bad cramps even when I'm not on my period. Instead of monthly or twice a month cramping. Its down to once every 3-4 months. My doctor says he doesn't see anything . Because the pain is not constant it's hard to really explain and get treatment for. But it is getting better thankfully.

Sample use only? I've never heard of a sample use vagina/uterus before

It's quite safe 👍 no side effects ..

Didn't know about IUDs before just clicked in a sudden and I got a lot of info...about it😅

Really appreciate it, very nice Presentation 👍👍👍

You are a great educational channel 😍

can i take trenexamic acid during first heavy period after iud insertion

Very good information...

I love this videos.

Please make a video on the non-hormonal IUDs. Thank you ☺️

I welcome heavy periods over pregnancy lol remember girls every day u are not pregnant is the best day of ur life lol

I did it.... i finally looked it up. Now I know! Hahahaha and it's nothing like what I expected!

I got scheduled to get one in a month. I am a bit nervous, but this video is helping a lot. I am just scared about the pain!