Birth Control
"I had terrible experiences on Alesse &amp; Ortho Tri Cyclen so my doctor recommended Skyla (Jaydess in Canada) over Mirena for me because it&#039;s both smaller &amp; releases a lower hormone amount since it lasts 3 years vs. 5 for Mirena. After reading the reviews here I was worried but wanted to try it anyway. There was a HUGE cramp after she measured my uterus &amp; inserted the IUD, what I imagine a contraction feels like. I had lots of cramping afterwards for 2 weeks &amp; on &amp; off spotting for the first 3 months but that&#039;s all gone now. I&#039;m really happy with Skyla, but every body is different.



Pros: shorter, lighter periods; no mood swings; no weight gain; no acne; no loss of sex drive

Cons: slightly worse pre-period cramps; occasional post sex cramping"