Mirena vs. Paraguard vs. Nuvaring

[morleyroarly]

I have an appointment soon for insertion of Mirena, a hormonal IUD. Does anyone out there have experience with Mirena and/or Paragard (the copper one)? I know it's a good option, and cheaper than the ring over 2 years, but the whole "perforated uterus" thing and the whole "occasional spotting and really bad cramping for the first three months" thing scares me.

Nuvaring worked without a hitch for me - I would be opting for the IUD for the long-term cost savings and the decreased hassle, as well as the lower hormonal load.

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[(Anonymous)]

Also - you should have much better luck with getting Mirena across the pond. IUDs are far more common in general in Europe, particularly among pre-childbearing women.