Birth Control
"I have had the Mirena placed 16 months ago.  I am 30 and have 3 year old twins. It was a little bit painful to have it placed.  The Mirena has helped my mood swings and not so much for the acne.  I was iffy about if the first 5 months I had it.  I cramped hard and the bleeding was heavy. I have always been a spotter not a bleeder.  But after 6 months, it lightened up and now I only have light spotting.  I don&#039;t miss taking the pill everyday.  My moods are wonderful!  I used to be an emotional roller coaster with other birth controls.  I am retaining my baby weight.  I can NOT shed it.  I exercise,  I don&#039;t know if it is just me or if it is the Mirena holding onto what I have.  I don&#039;t plan on having it taken out any time soon."