If you're interested in my Period Routine with a Copper IUD, check out that video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iHmKqLFth8vXobw.html (Using a cup with an IUD, Period Underwear, How I survive cramps etc)

@katyhernandez5047

2 жыл бұрын

Hi , new subscribers , I just got the IUD last month and I haven’t stop either bleeding or spotting kind of worries me .

@Abobagunwa

2 жыл бұрын

Please consider natural birth control, they do work really well with zero side effects. Monitoring your cervical fluid and basal body temperature will help you know when your are fertile and infertile every month which inform your decision on having safe sex. Hormonal contraceptives do have both short and long term side effects of women. In addition, there are also apps that make monitoring your fertility pretty easy. Natural birth control is an exact science, you don’t have to suffer because you are trying to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Book to read : Taking charge of your fertility by Toni Weschler . All the best. 🙂.

@mariaamin7

Жыл бұрын

How about when removed how was the cycle like

I’m on my second copper IUD, had the first one for 10 years. Best birth control I could ask for. Highly effective and stress free.

@boo2952

2 жыл бұрын

What was ur period like before? I’ve heard if women have heavy periods before, then after they get the copper IUD the bleeding is way worse. I’m not sure what’s considered heavy, I think mine are normal or in between light and heavy. Thanks!

@haniyazara6426

2 жыл бұрын

How many days you have sporting or bleeding after copper iud insertion???

@ashleygarza7767

2 жыл бұрын

How long did it take before u stop ur period in all

@HopefullyErin

2 жыл бұрын

I’m considering this option.

@sarmitachakma9946

2 жыл бұрын

@@boo2952 y

Girrllll so relatable when you were saying how you really worry about it and it’s one of your biggest fears- getting pregnant when you don’t plan to! It makes me LOSE SLEEP from worrying. And even I’ll get phantom preggo symptoms from my mind being so freaked out!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

YES! phantom preggo symptoms are something I feel too 😂😂🙈 It’s helped tracking my period with the Flo app but still. I don’t think I’ll ever not worry!

@_prettybrownbrown7729

3 жыл бұрын

I’m thinking about getting this . I DO NOT want to get pregnant . At all

@syanp.8791

3 жыл бұрын

Wow I am the exact same!!

@venus5553

2 жыл бұрын

I also fear of pregnancy and stds

@rosiewillisread7850

2 жыл бұрын

fr omg

I recently had the copper coil inserted and I wanted to share my experience as I watched 2728822 videos about horror stories and I know everyone are different, but I had such a good experience I still cannot believe it so I wanted to share this to give a different side of the story, and hopefully encourage some other women who are struggling with the pill (I did) to give it a go. 😊

@elizulas9294

2 жыл бұрын

Same tbh I got it last week Thursday all these videos panicked me so much but if I felt the pain I did when getting it as a period cramp I wouldn’t take a painkiller that’s how not painful it was for me, it honestly dosnt hurt as much as people think. The clamp was as painful as a regular mild period clamp what lasts around not even 5 seconds and that’s it. It was a good experience for me too and I think there’s not one video on KZread where a woman hasn’t said it wasn’t the most painful thing in the world and I think that scares a lot of people from getting an iud. It scared me very much too but I was very surprised it wasn’t painfull :)

@Mikamayla361

2 жыл бұрын

Do we get stitches..or is it painful

@Rawgoddessofficial

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks boo

@user-qs3uv9sy6f

2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for this!

@kimmiwatts1239

Жыл бұрын

Honestly i have seen so many horror stories and it terrifies me so to see the comments of people saying look its not that bad and theres things you can do i have been put on a new pill against my wishes where I don’t have a period i will trial it for 3 months but I already have an inkling that i may resort to a coil as no period = paranoid i do not want children infact one of my biggest fears is falling pregnant

Canada gives you a heating pad after... here in America they tell you to walk it off 😩

@nadiafontecchio7753

4 жыл бұрын

SFM 😓 I’m sorry. I’m here in America and my OB gave me a heating pad after. Some doctors definitely suck.

@flyinglittleduckss

4 жыл бұрын

I didn’t get one either 😭

@charmainetom5638

3 жыл бұрын

I got ibuprofen, a juice box and some snacks. I’m in America btw.

@leahmckinney3250

3 жыл бұрын

I did not get one (in. Canada)

@Uhjords

3 жыл бұрын

I got heating pad, snacks, apple juice after in America

I hate how us women have to deal with this responsibility and have to go thru this extra pain or extra procedures :( Obviously I know its necessary to prevent unwanted pregnancy but it just feels so unfair! What the hell do men do other than sometimes bring a condom!?

@alext3480

3 жыл бұрын

they can have a vasetomy ?

@jsarine2320

3 жыл бұрын

right

@leahmckinney3250

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts

@lipsohlips97

3 жыл бұрын

@@alext3480 ya which they won't even do even if you threaten them lol. They are too scared of losing what makes them a "man". Or they spew bullshit like like "ill pull out". In the end its women who have to deal with all this shit and bear the brunt of the burden and shame of an unwanted pregnancy.

@ghostmedic86

3 жыл бұрын

@@lipsohlips97 this is completely false. I'm getting a vasectomy as soon as possible and I've convinced multiple friends to do it as well. Women have a vast amount of different choices. Men have condoms or vasectomy. When a male birth control is finally developed, birth rates are going to tank.

every word of this rang true for me 😭 it’s reassuring to know i’m not alone but also sad that these are just the normal symptoms everyone with this iud has to deal with. thank you so much for sharing!

Your sense of responsibility and caution with contraception is admirable!!! 💗 Thank you for the video!

@MikaylaGreenwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! 🥰

I’m glad I found your video about getting your copper IUD. All my friends tell me of the horror stories they’ve heard about IUD/IUS. This has been so informative and helpful for when I get to book an appointment with my doctor about my contraception change.

I love how open you are! Such a common topic we all should talk more about

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

100% agree!! ❤️ Thank you!

This review helped me so much thank you! Your reasoning is sound and lines up with what I believe. My appointment for my copper IUD is next week, this helps me stay calm and think more things through. Thank you again!

I’m so happy your clinic experience was good and they offered counseling. A couple of my friends have gotten IUD’s and both of them told me the worst stories about how mean their doctor was. Kinda scared me! I think IUD’s are great especially since they last longer than just a month long pill/ring or even the quarterly shot. Thank you for sharing this video!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! 🥰Thats unfortunate they didn't have good experiences. Its so dependant on whats available in your area or if even your family doctor provides the service! Here we have to go to an external clinic but sometimes your family doctor might be able to do it which in some cases would be better for comfortability and history. I got a lot of recommendations from friends but I also read a tonnn of reviews on where to go! 🤗

@florencia2771

Жыл бұрын

If their doctors are mean, they should fire them immediately. Take no disrespect from providers.

You are amazing. Thank you for talking about IUD insertion, this video is definitely the most helpful one I have found so far.

I love how you make videos for so many aspects for viewers to relate to! Whether it’s beauty/fashion, work life/routines or like this video!! Yes girl 🥰

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

This comment made me smile 🥰 I always have a hard time with maybe not having a “niche” but it’s honestly because I’m interested in so many topics 🙈 womans health definitely being one of them!

Would love to see an updated period-care routine with all the products you use, please!

My midwife phoned about IUD and said “it will hurt but its nothing like having a baby so i think youll be okay.” 🤣 This video was so helpful and i’m not so nervous and feel like I’m going in blind. This video was sooo convenient for me since I also live in Vancouver too!

@MikaylaGreenwood

3 жыл бұрын

Hahah 😂😂 I figured that would be true! Glad you found it helpful!! ❤️😘

@siyamthandakutu

2 жыл бұрын

Wait it is less or more painful than childbirth

@emilia3310

2 жыл бұрын

@@siyamthandakutu Wayyyyyy less. Labor was the most painful thing I've EVER experienced.

@carlyhagerr

2 жыл бұрын

@@siyamthandakutu LOL definitely way less painful than childbirth

@danielat1420

2 жыл бұрын

that’s what i wanted to say for those of us who’ve gone through contractions and childbirth it most likely won’t feel too painful, it wasn’t for me but it wasn’t painless either but my doc was so quick and now i’m just super bloated but i had mild cramps for a few hours.

I just got my copper iud yesterday and it’s so nice to hear your story about how it’s worked for you! I have two kids and don’t want anymore. I’ve struggled with depression and anxiety and the hormonal form of bc makes me nervous to mess with anything that can affect me emotionally. I’ve seen horror stories about insertion and even a friend have one perforate her uterus but since I’m done having babies I’m not as worried about that. It literally didn’t hurt and all and I didn’t feel anything when my OBGYN put it in. I was on my period when I got it so that definitely helps since your cervix is already a little open. I definitely recommend going when you’re on your cycle!

@Highmain10nence

Жыл бұрын

This is my situation I have 2 children and definitely don’t want anymore and been battling with depression anxiety and weight gain…I went to the obgyn today for a consultation to switch from the depo shot to paraguard…how are things going for you now emotionally and are you having any side effects

@Nicole-kq3ui

Жыл бұрын

Update??

@suki1934

2 ай бұрын

Hi! I just wanted to ask if they have an option for painkillers before the insertion, I don't know if they need you to be able to feel things or not but I'm really scared of the pain during the operation.

This was so helpful! Thank you for sharing 🌸

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks Roxy! Glad you liked it 🥰

@shannonpotter85

2 жыл бұрын

@@MikaylaGreenwood can you please tell me how the put the coil in place

My doctor was so quick with it and gentle and thorough that I felt minimal pain tbh. He talked me through the whole thing and just made it a great experience. I didn’t bleed and my cramps didn’t get really bad until later on that night 😭. They were freaking terrible !!! Like a stabbing pain feeling. But then I used a heating pad and took ibuprofen which helped.

@debramathews7877

2 жыл бұрын

Did those cramps ever stop after that night? I feel like my guts are ripping apart!!

@annag467

Жыл бұрын

Yoooo this is my exact experience with the copper IUD. Installation wasn't bad. But night 1 was cramp city, like my painful period cramps which are usually very painful each month since I was young. I take Alleve for the cramping pains, and i use an electric heated blanket over my waist, hips, legs and feet to cut the cramping pain. The timing of my period is different in my first 2 months with this IUD - my period has been 2 weeks long instead of 1 week, and it's been showing up about 1 week earlier than the last period. That second week has days or nights of cramps in a row, with on and off period flow. I kept thinking I could get away with penetrative sex when it seemed like the flow was done but soon after the sex, the flow came back with some cramping, or crazy dryness for a day. My gyno says if the craziness doesn't subside, then we will remove it but I am hoping that I will adjust in the 3-6 month window. I'm at the end of month 2 rn.

@iamjc1567

Жыл бұрын

Same here😂

@annag467

Жыл бұрын

Now I finished the 3rd period with my copper IUD - I'm back to my normal periods 😬 this week i even got an ultrasound and gyno follow up because the 1st and 2nd period were hell, but everything checks out no problems detected now. Clear for take off 🙌

Great video! Can't believe you had a 2 month wait, mine was a week! Thanks for making the information accessible

I just want to thank you so much for making this video. I watched it before I got mine and your video help me so much. I can not explain how thankful I am for you and this video. It had it put in without anaesthesia and it was painful the last part but definitely tolerable. But thank you so much

Thank you for such an open and honest video. So much respect for you. And would love a period routine video! ❤️

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching 🥰

Thank you for sharing your experience! I would love if more female KZreadrs would discuss their birth control approaches and period products and routines.

I truly appreciate your transparency! This really helped me decide on getting one!

That's great that they did the counseling first. Knowing pros and cons are so important.

I know everyone’s experiences are different and it depends how nervous/clenched up you are, but I just had mine put in today and I would say the discomfort was as mild as a low-key period pain day for me. Also, hardly any bleeding at all. Nothing a panty liner can’t handle. I don’t get bad cramps w/ my period anyway, but seriously it’s not bad. I think it’s hyped up to be this extremely painful thing so women walk in thinking it’ll hurt so then it’s going to hurt. Just walk in knowing you’ll experience mild discomfort, try to stay as relaxed as possible during the procedure, and you’ll be a-okay. It’s over in 5 minutes, at least for me it was. It was definitely not the “worst pain I’ve ever experienced”. Fracturing my wrist was far worse than this. So, with that being said don’t be scared and remember to relax. It’s not bad at all. :)

@thareborn

2 жыл бұрын

How Are U Doing?

@asongbirdsnature1090

2 жыл бұрын

I just got mine put in today! I also get light and short periods. I’m wondering how heavy yours ended up getting? I’m kind of nervous about that. Do you get any spotting in between?

@christinehubert1203

2 жыл бұрын

@@asongbirdsnature1090 Right after I got the IUD placed I was dealing with spotting as if I was on my period for about 4-5 days but that was the biggest thing that happened. I’ve had it in for 9 months or so and spotting is minimal and honestly hasn’t really been an issue for me personally. My periods are also the same as before. The one thing I’ve noticed is I have started spotting on the day I’m supposed to get my period, then I’ll get my full on period about 2 days later and it lasts 4-5 days. The cramping and bleeding is the same as before. So altogether w/ spotting and bleeding it is about 7 days total each month. I hope that helps!

@asongbirdsnature1090

2 жыл бұрын

@@christinehubert1203 Thank you so much. That helps a lot!

@jacksters19

2 жыл бұрын

I recently got the IUD. And I almost fainted. It felt like a contraction! They did say my cervix was really tight. I’m wondering if that had anything to do with it.

So happy for this review, I’m a fan of the IUD and always vouch for it. I’ve had two insertions and experienced greatly different pain levels for both. The first was basically what you described, and the second was amazingly horrible and I almost passed out and couldn’t leave the clinic on my own. The difference was the doctors and their bedside manner, the first being wonderful and comforting and the second being gruff and fairly uncaring. I want to stress researching & finding a clinic/dr you trust if possible to anyone looking to have one inserted. Feeling comfortable during the procedure makes a world of difference!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

YES! Gosh that sounds horrible, I'm so sorry you had to experience that. After going through a pleasant experience I can only imagine how uncomfortable that must have been. Do your research and ask your friends for (good) recommendations for sure!! 👏🏻

@suki1934

2 ай бұрын

Did you take any pain killers before the IUD insertion? I'm 17 and looking into getting my first copper one but I'm so scared of the pain, like terrified.

@zr3933

2 ай бұрын

I did for both, it does help. The usually suggest Ibuprofen. Luckily if it goes smoothly the major pain only lasts for a for a few seconds. It also helps if you get it done during your period (I think cause your cervix is more open). My advice is tell the dr/nurse inserting it that you are very nervous and hopefully they can talk you through it. Also, if they have poor bedside manner and won’t talk you through it, you have a right to leave and look for alternative practitioners.

I just got told to stop taking birth control due to my migraines so this was so helpful!! Thank you!!

thank you so much for sharing!! getting my copper iud at the end of the month, so nervous for the period changes but it sounds like it’s worth it based off your healing :)

@farizasookhai8807

Жыл бұрын

How is it?

Thank you for this, definitely very helpful! I'm getting mine in a few weeks so I'm trying to mentally prepare as much as possible haha

Thank you for this video! I’m a young person in Vancouver considering to get a copper iud and this video was so useful!

Definitely interested in a period routine video! I'm one of those people that naturally bleeds a lot (like A LOT) and the pill has been such a blessing. I totally feel ya with that!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Thanks for letting me know ❤️🤗

@alejandravalencia1660

4 жыл бұрын

I agree I am thinking about the IUD and I want to be prepared

@Adoraa_pop

3 жыл бұрын

I have the paragard and I dont get my period

@kam.kam.

3 жыл бұрын

The Trupear tootsie OMG! How long did it take to get there? I’m on my first period w Paragard and yesterday it ramped up. 😒🙄😩

@Adoraa_pop

3 жыл бұрын

@@kam.kam. sense I got it, I was bleeding for like a couple days and then I never got my period again

Great information girl! You definitely gave me the answer I was looking for! Following since today :)

I got the Kyleena last week. My gynecologist was great in terms of prep for the procedure. She gave me tablets to put up there to soften my cervix, and really strong pain killers. I remember her telling me that she had to measure my cervix, and that was pretty uncomfortable, but the actually insertion was not as bad as I thought. I basically freaked myself out so much before the time, that when it happened I was like, “oh, that wasn’t so bad” 😂. I chose the Kyleena, because I have Wilson’s disease, which is an accumulation of copper in your body. So I definitely couldn’t get the copper IUD 🤦🏼‍♀️. But this was still so helpful, and would LOVE to see your period routine ❤️

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you had such a good experience and that the actual procedure wasn’t too bad. Having this little things to make it less painful is so great! 🙌🏻💕

I love this video! I got the Paragard in the summer of 2022, and I had really light periods beforehand (3-4 days pretty light and painless before) and now with my Paragard, I probably have more like a normal period, and it’s about 4-5 heavier days with a light day, but I think it’s probably not as bad still as some women have even without the copper iud. It’s gotten better after 6 months, I’d say.

im getting a copper iud tomorrow and i am so grateful i looked up this content bc it's making me less nervous. everyone is saying such great things!!

@maybirdie1

2 ай бұрын

How was your experience? :)

@lexi_catherine

2 ай бұрын

@@maybirdie1 honestly SOO good. it went very well. not much pain except some cramping. i wish i would've done it sooner. i tried depo prior to (worst idea ever) so i haven't experienced a period yet bc of that. so we'll see how that goes when it happens. 🥲🤣

@maybirdie1

2 ай бұрын

@@lexi_catherine thank you for your response!! I’m getting the copper tomorrow and I’m honestly terrified. All I read is bad horrific insertions experiences. But if there’s someone out there who’s had a great experience, it helps me feel better 😄 so glad it went great for you 🩷

@lexi_catherine

2 ай бұрын

@@maybirdie1 i wish you luck!! take it easy after you get it done. it's nice not to have to think about taking anything to be protected.

Very helpful video, thank you so much for sharing your experience! I feel better knowing what I'm going into

I’m on my 3rd IUD. I had the 10 year copper 5year Skyler and now Marina for the 1st time I was told to take 800mg of motion or Advil one hour before my appointment! I only took 3 instead of 4 but it helped so much every other time I was cramping horribly after but this time very minimal! My Dr was awesome for telling me that and I told her I wonder why no one else told me to do that for my other 2! So ladies if ur DR doesn’t tell you do this and it’ll help so much w minimizing cramps and after pain! Take the Advil prior to procedure 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

I was literally researching these last night...now you popped up in my subscription feed talking about it😭

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Timing is everything! I hope you found the video helpful! 🥰

That's super cool you can go get it checked! I was always like unsure about it moving and having to check the strings myself!

This video was super helpful 🤍 Just recently got my IUD! I was scared of the of pain of insertion but it was no bad at all! Just felt like a tummy ache and then I had light spotting and light "period cramps" for a few hours after.

@keilaannis8489

3 жыл бұрын

did you get a copper or hormonal?

@mads9330

3 жыл бұрын

@@keilaannis8489 I got a copper (Paraguard).

@legacygamergirl

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for clarifying how it was getting it I am planning to get the copper IUD as well. Wish me luck :)

This video was super helpful! I am the same way about being hyper aware of not wanting babies haha. Getting an IUD seems to be the best option for me moving forward after being on the pill for a few years. I was worried that my partner would be able to feel the strings during sex and it would make me self conscious. Glad to hear it has not been an issue for you.

@kananalinda7453

2 жыл бұрын

Hey there...did you get the IUD..how has the experience been?any side effects?how about tbe strings?😅...i'll really appreciate your response on this...

@KaylaSharp19

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! I did end up getting it. I had the IUD for about 6 months. All was good and no side effects!! I didn’t get a chance to test it out with a partner so idk about the strings. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get over the idea of having an object inside of me so that always freaked me out if I felt something funny going on. Ended up getting it removed and just taking progesterone only pills. I would give it a try! You don’t know until you test it out for yourself. Insertion wasn’t too bad, I’d say 6/10 pain and removal was EASY!

@kananalinda7453

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response😊😊...am considering having one in a months time...hope everything works out....

@KaylaSharp19

2 жыл бұрын

Of course, try it out. Everyone is different. I personally didn’t have any spotting or anything for the entire 6 months. Seemed like an amazing option! Personally, I was thinking about it more than I should have. The point is so that you don’t have to think about it. Hope it works out for you!

@dimgian1221

2 жыл бұрын

Same exact story ! 🤣 I had it for 6 months and I couldn’t stop thinking about it . I took it out a month ago .

Thanks for this video! Really helpful and comforting.

OK, I've made my decision. I think I'm going to go for this. I've been undecided since having my baby 4 weeks ago. just need to make my app now! Thanks for this video x

I literally am having the best experience with the copper iud. The process was great with great nurses and I haven't had any painful or long weird periods. Everything feeling normal post 3 months. Best decision to go with the copper iud. Side note I don't have any underlying medical conditions.

@saraiortiz9910

2 жыл бұрын

How’s it going, any updates? 🥺

@chericebt4332

2 жыл бұрын

@@saraiortiz9910 still going great. Everything is normal.

@kiwisweet5520

2 жыл бұрын

@@chericebt4332 did it affect your period cycle at all?

@chericebt4332

2 жыл бұрын

@@kiwisweet5520 nope. Not really. Just a little discomfort in the first month but I have been quite on schedule since. It was the best decision for me.

@nikolyolova2656

2 жыл бұрын

Did you have children before getting it?

I just got my Paraguard yesterday! I had been taking pills since I was 14 and was beginning to be hospitalized for migraines due to the estrogen in the pill. I chose copper because no matter which BC I chose it was hormone based and I didn’t want the migraines anymore or the risk of it after going through with a whole procedure. It was definitely a 10/10 pain! So intense and you can’t brace against it since the speculum holds you open. I was instantly sick to my stomach, had some type of hot flash moment while in the lobby scheduling my check up and nearly passed out. Almost threw up leaving the hospital. Felt like death all day. Today is much better (almost anything would be considering how bad it was) and watching your video made me feel not so alone. Thank you for this honesty!

@elizavet4865

3 жыл бұрын

any updates ?

@NikitaKendra

2 жыл бұрын

I just got the hemaplegic migraine diagnosis yesterday and they told me to get off the pill😭 So here I am looking at options but I am so so so scared about the IUD i’ve only heard painful stuff 😭 but pill is obviously no longer a question so i’m trying to get off the pill now looking for options 😭

@depressedasfook2893

2 жыл бұрын

Any chance you could update what it was like after?

@michalfryar8988

2 жыл бұрын

I had this same reaction today!

@TackyTuesdaysPPP

2 жыл бұрын

how are your migraines after getting an iud?

Great info and so well spoken. Always love your videos, Mikayla!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much!! 😘❤️

I am that one person who didn’t find it painful. I have had two IUDs now and I’m considering the copper iud. Thanks for this video

This helped so much. Great video, thank you!

I have a 13 year old son, and my doctor will no longer prescribe anything with hormones because I've taken birth control for too long and I get migraines as well (I'm 37) This is something that I've been looking into, so I appreciate your opinion on it! I also really trust your opinion! Thanks girl!!

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

My migraines stopped almost completely once I got off the pill. I had no idea that it was the thing causing them in the first place so I’m also really grateful for other bc methods. I hope you find one that works great for you! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful 🥰❤️

@saralaw9443

4 жыл бұрын

@@MikaylaGreenwood Thank you so much for all the info. It's much appreciated!

@salishanicoles-forester4803

Жыл бұрын

Yes the Copper T IUD is completely hormone free this is the best option for you because the amount of years you have been on "the Pill" the hormones causes strokes later done in life

I got my Copper IUD a month ago and the first two days were crampy and the first two months were filled with spotting but my period was surprisingly not as bad as most people described it. No cramps no dramatic bleeding. I think the only thing that annoyed me was the blood clots when peeing but those aren't very new to me.

@taylorlove9602

Жыл бұрын

Blood clots is serious.

Britney Spears brought me here! Didnt even know what an IUD even was!! Thanks for sharing your experience! You just helped me understand this IUD talk.

This is interesting! I got my IUD about 6 months after my first baby and honestly didn't even feel it...my Dr said least painful time to get it is right after you have a baby so that's why. I went with Mirena but it expires soon and was curious about copper iuds instead. Thank you for making this video!

@kariw.160

2 жыл бұрын

I’m getting mine at the 6 weeks post delivery appointment. I’m honestly excited

For anyone new coming to this video, I’ve had my paragard iud two years now. My periods went from 5 to 7-9 days and my overall pain is a lot more, but honestly I think this is worth it. It’s worked so far, knock on wood, but I like seeing the regularity of my period. I always know when it’s coming every month. I’ve watched reviews of the liletta and others, most of the women had headaches or severe weight gain or it failing or their period lasts for months or they don’t have a period at all. I haven’t had any of these side effects so far. The only significant thing is the pain, but I usually alternate between Tylenol and ibuprofen a couple days when the pain is severe, and then I’m fine the rest of the days. Insertion was very uncomfortable, they had to redo mine cause I needed a break. The most pain came from the speculum cause it was too big and then they switched to a smaller one and it was better. I’m watching this video because my doctor is advising me to get the liletta to help with my iron deficiency, but I think I want to keep my paragard and continue taking my iron supplements. I think the positives outweigh the negatives. But these are factors to think about if you are considering the paragard. Also it lasts ten years supposedly so that is pretty cool 😀.

I've considered the IUD before, but the pill (microgesten) has worked so well for me. I do like, that once it's in you no longer have to worry about it for so long! ☺️

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Of course! If you find something that works for you that maybe is less invasive then I think that's great! I was totally considering the pill again for a very long time, loved that you can skip a period if you want! However I remember how bad I was about taking the pill everyday at the same time so thats another reason I chose to go with an IUD.

Hey! I just had mine inserted today. This video made my decision solid to go with copper IUD. But man! It hurts sooo much. I’m still in pain couple hours later. I hope it subsides soon. Anyway, thank you for an informative video. ❤

Thanks for this, I have been wanting to switch to a copper iud from my kyleena for a long time because I want to be free of hormonal birth control. Lots of love

Yeah a period routine video with tips n tricks would be great!!

Just got mine put in today! The actual insertion was only like 4/5 pain and it was so short lived that it was pretty easy! However, right now i am going through some pretty bad cramps about 6/10 pain. This isnt what i expected. But i know it will be worth it in the end 😫😫 i’m just happy to be hormone free ✨😋

@MissRenesmeePretty

3 жыл бұрын

😭 did it get any better?? Hope you are doing good

@biscuitandcream6114

2 жыл бұрын

Did it get better?

@abbyb7468

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had mine for 8 months and the cramps DO get better, the first few months I couldn’t function off of painkillers on my period but now I can go mostly without medicine with only mild discomfort. When I do take medication it takes away most of the pain. 10 times better than the beginning. There’s a light at the end of the tunnel. The only thing that’s hard about it is the amount of blood. I have never experienced that much in my life. My first period I bleed through my pants 2 separate days at school. The next month I decided to try a period cup which made it feel like I was barely on my period (I had to pair it with period underwear as well though because the bleeding is still too heavy for the cups).That was my experience anyway. TOTALLY worth it still! No babies and no hormones, it’s the best! I love my IUD, but it’s definitely something you have to really feel good about it to get through the period days and insertion 😅

@laurlovesbooks

2 жыл бұрын

@@abbyb7468 same!!! I had to set like 2 alarms at night to change because i would bleed through. It was ridiculous. Now everything is alot more normal. The first few months were just crazy

@abbyb7468

2 жыл бұрын

@@laurlovesbooks oh no! I hope it’s gotten better since then

This was so helpful im currently on a waiting list for a copper coil!

@maydur3164

3 жыл бұрын

How was it?

ahhh I agree with you 100% !! I will go for it too, I think. thank you for this video

Thanks for sharing such a personal experience, very helpful.

I watched this video the other day before I got my own copper iud just to see what I was getting myself into lol. I would say that everything she covered rang pretty true for my experience too except my cramps for the rest of the day after my insertion were crazy lol. They were definitely pretty debilitating that evening and the only thing that got me through it was a combination of advil, using a TENS machine, and a heating pad and also taking a super hot bath before bed. 10/10 recommend getting yourself a TENS machine before getting ur iud or even if u have bad period cramps in general bc omg it works miracles.

@MikaylaGreenwood

3 жыл бұрын

Okay the TENS machine sounds amazing, I've seen it here and there but never fully looked into it! I'm sorry your cramps were so bad, I hope you're feeling better now!! ❤️

Thanks for sharing your experience, having had one inserted, I was looking up on side effects and what to expect 👌👍🙏

Wow I’m at 7 min and I can relate to everything you’ve said so far!

Hoping to get on the copper IUD soon! I had the arm implant for three years and it was amazing but I switched to the pill and it caused me to get blood clots in my legs and lungs. Worst experience in the world, I could’ve died. Anyways, I’m glad there are non hormonal options!

@myrasays

2 жыл бұрын

Omg. Glad you’re okay - that is no joke!!

@JAZZECIE

2 жыл бұрын

Did you experience any headaches, high blood pressure, and dizziness while you were on the pill?

@myrasays

2 жыл бұрын

@@JAZZECIE I can speak from personal experience that I did. My BP dropped 10 points systolic & diastolic in a month without any other changes. My headaches went away within a few weeks. My dizziness comes and goes still, but it’s been about 2 months so far. Hoping that goes away.

@florencia2771

Жыл бұрын

The pills can do that? Wow. So sorry

@skyeseas

2 ай бұрын

would you be open to sharing why you switched to pills after the implant worked so well for you?

US health care means my IUD was $1000, but I'm glad I got it and hated taking the pill.

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

Oh gawdddd. The US is insane 😩 some of the IUDs here can be a couple hundred dollars but never that much. Wow!

@cynthiamphoka6478

3 жыл бұрын

Here is South Africa it costs $21

@kaylinblackburn1290

3 жыл бұрын

Do you have insurance? With my insurance it was completely free.

@ninahouck2414

3 жыл бұрын

@greg They dont. They also charged me $1038

@elizabethbircham5595

3 жыл бұрын

Just got one in the UK and it was completely free! $1000 is insane :0

Very helpful! Thank u!! Also, you are so so pretty!!

So glad I watched this before I had mine fitted today, if you haven't got a very good pain threshold this procedure may not be for you. I had to have anesthetic jelly on my cervix but because it was too closed it didn't work so had to have an injection into my womb, the cramps that came immediately after having are...unreal. hot water bottle and feminax are my saviours right now!

@biscuitandcream6114

2 жыл бұрын

How long u were in pain! ?? I have my fitted for 3 days it was a horror. My whole abdomen hurts even when I 💩

So, in regards of Pap smears (if anyone is interested) I know some ppl get freaked out but to be honest (in my experience) and I’ve had quite a few, I wouldn’t say it hurts, it just feels uncomfortable. Like, the jelly they use for lubrication can be cold or warm. If it’s warm, 👍🏾that helps. It’s the idea of the clamp/insertion metal thing they use is what mentally gets me (which I think is what bothers everybody else). It doesn’t scrape or anything like that, hopefully that’s warm too. It’s just a slight pressure. Then there’s the Q-tip-like thing they use which is like a little tickle or you barely feel it at all. The process doesn’t last long and that’s it.

After a few months, my period is back to normal with just a little more cramping ! I had a pretty mild one beforehand so no big deal. My doctor inserted my copper IUD during my period, apparently that makes it less painful (and saves a pregnancy test). I did find it painful (think worse cramp ever) and had a difficult period after that one, then it normalized. I went back to using a menstrual cup after two months passed which is the window of time where it is most likely to get disloged, although my doctor said I couldn't; i looked it up online and saw some other doctors disagreeing with her opinion, so i'm taking the risk and being extra careful removing my cup.

Super helpful. Thanks so much. Just had a baby can't wait to get mine put in, in 6 weeks.

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! I removed my hormonal IUD 1 month ago, I can’t wait to do my 1 year update! 🤩

@itzeljarrett1595

2 жыл бұрын

How did it go? I’m planning to get my hormonal IUD removed and go with the copper but I’m kinda hesitant

@mrsdaisymama

2 жыл бұрын

@@itzeljarrett1595 it’s gone really well for me honestly! I filmed the process of getting it removed including some supplements I took and a 1 month update if you’re interested in hearing about it in depth. It’s been about 3 months now but hard to tell what’s attributed to the BC or other factors. Copper will be non-hormonal but heavier flow and more painful cramps from what I understand…

@itzeljarrett1595

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrsdaisymama yes I’m interested about hearing you story on it. Like was it worth it? Do you regret getting of the hormonal one? Have you noticed anything different about your weight and do you like it? Is the cramps and heavy periods worth the switch?

@mrsdaisymama

2 жыл бұрын

@@itzeljarrett1595 for sure I have it on my channel now, you should definitely watch to get the full scoop 🤗🙌🏼

This was super helpful! I’ve been thinking about getting the copper iud. I’ve been on the pill for about 3 years now and it’s starting to become a problem. I hope this will work out for me!

@devsai21

3 жыл бұрын

It's crap...v crampy n irregular period...I think I shud v done kylena

@AT-bl8fe

3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Why is the pill becoming a problem?

@hannahyoder315

3 жыл бұрын

@@AT-bl8fe it was causing recurring yeast infections..I’ve been off it for a few months and am not getting them anymore! Decided to end bc all together and just use condoms. So glad I’m feeling normal again..

@AT-bl8fe

3 жыл бұрын

@@hannahyoder315 That's good to hear! Its crazy how birth control side effects is different from woman to woman. But getting the IUD really scares me.

My doctor was teaching a student how to put it in. So it took a longggg time and it was very uncomfortable and painful and a I regret agreeing to the teaching experience

@barrientos793

3 жыл бұрын

Omg same!!!! It took way longer and my Dr messed up so they had to insert another the second time.

@eveevolution1607

3 жыл бұрын

Bless u I’ll let a student learn on my hair but never down there

@pmahtani17

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! I got mine in today and the doctor let the resident put it in (she didn’t even ask my permission)… I would have said no because it took much longer than it should have and was much more painful because of that.

Ive had the copper IUD for 2 years almost 3 and im going to take it out by a Doc soon. I had no bad experience at all. I THANK GOD. Honestly.. i would have it inserted again 👍🏽

Suuuper helpful, can relate with a lot of your preferences

I got mine 2 days ago and I’m super happy I got it. I was getting chest pains and depression from the pills! So I’m so happy there was a option without hormones that is actually very affective!

@ashleyslomba3902

3 жыл бұрын

I am trying to get off the pill soon (maybe go to the paragaurd) and I have been getting chest pains too! I told my doctor and they said it wasn't related and attributed it to anxiety, but I just know its the pill

@princessbeonka1520

3 жыл бұрын

@@ashleyslomba3902 it very well could be the pill. My doctor had me on progesterone and estrogen pills and once I told her I was trying chest pain she was really concerned and said estrogen can do that sometimes so she switched me to all progesterone and I still was getting them. Than she said we need to look into other options and that the hormones are causing issues for me such a anxiety and depression and chest pains and headaches. So we talked about all the options and paragaurd was the best option for me. I was scared and it was uncomfortable but it was like a 6 minute Procedure for 12-10 years of no hormones and feeling like me again and no pregnancy so it’s a great option especially if you’re having issues like me

@nanaosa

2 жыл бұрын

ME TOOOO Im trying to get off the pill! I get chest pains and had to go to the freaking hospital to get it checked out! 🥺🥺 they did an EKG, blood testing and a X-ray of my lungs!! NOTHINGGGG

@_jadji

Жыл бұрын

Can we please get an update

This was such a helpful video! I totally resígnate with this video. I’m one who also has super light/asymptomatic periods. And I’m in the same mindset as you like eh “worse” periods doesn’t seem that bad. Plus i like having the security of having a period. Like for sure you know you’re not pregnant when your period comes. I would love to see an updated period routine video, especially since I am scheduled for a copper Iud in the next weeks.

@MikaylaGreenwood

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! Best of luck with your procedure!! 💕

@giakristineraesanpedro8242

3 жыл бұрын

Just asking if it safe to release the sperm cell inside the vagina? And you will not get pregnant?

@AnnikaOrne

3 жыл бұрын

*resonate

I got mine in February and the doctor gave me a singular Tylenol and the procedure really stung, it's still 100% worth it though!

@ohshitcassie5586

3 жыл бұрын

Do you still have it?

This was really helpful, thank you!

I had the Paragard inserted this week and it really wasn't painful. I would compare the pain equivalent to getting a piercing. 1/10 pain. I took 800 mg of ibuprofen 1 hour before insertion and had it inserted on day 7 of my cycle while my cervix was still soft from recent menstruation.

I have my copper iud for almost 2 years now and it's gud now when I just inserted it though it was a hole other story I bleed for 3 weeks none stop and d pain was omg it was horrible but after 3 weeks of unbearable pain it became good and I don't regret it at all and might I say after I inserted it I went straight to work yes I started to feel a little pain from I was at work but the day after I put it in was when the pain begin .and I hardly av painful period so maybe 2 months worth of not heavy period and then on the 3 month it become heavy and my period only last for 4 days just as usual like my regular period days

@marisol6756

3 жыл бұрын

Did you talk to a doctor about the bleeding for 3 weeks? Is it normal to bleed for that long after a copper iud insertion? x

I just got my IUD yesterday. I felt a mild pain during the insertion, so it wasn't really bad, just a strange feeling. I got really bad cramps the whole day yesterday, but today it's much better and I didn't even feel the need to take painkillers. My periods are usually very light and painless too, so I'm a bit scared of feeling bad cramps and bleeding a lot in the next months, but I guess I'll just give it some time and try to adapt. I'm really happy about my IUD as of now =)

@emilyrivas6617

2 жыл бұрын

do you have any updates on it?

@lilylemoncake2091

Жыл бұрын

@@emilyrivas6617 any updates??

THANK YOU for this. I’m on a 3 month waiting list in England for the copper IUD and I’m scared about insertion already! Contemplating the low hormone IUD but think I’d definitely prefer no hormones! X

@StephanieM2013

2 жыл бұрын

Why is there such a long wait for getting an IUD inserted in your country?

@ambergeldard9522

2 жыл бұрын

Me too! I got my appointment this month. And I’m scared Becuase so many people said it hurts :(

@ambergeldard9522

2 жыл бұрын

@@StephanieM2013 it’s Becuase the GP practises aren’t open so there’s a back log x

@tabbither

2 жыл бұрын

@@ambergeldard9522 that's so strange I got mine a week after callung, same time

@simplelifecooking413

Жыл бұрын

I have had iud copper twice and both times the waiting time was 4-6 weeks here in the UK

I just cancelled my appointment lol but mainly because I already have excruciating periods, and the thought of spotting for possibly half the year is a HECK no for me dawg! Besides, I kinda miss taking the pill. The only problem I had with that was just having to remember to take it each day!

I got mine inserted yesterday and was given miso to help soften my cervix. This medication was a 2/10 on a pain scale and it did its job, so pain with insertion stayed at a 2/10. Today I was able to do weight training with no issues! ❤

@thandiweluluphiri5

Жыл бұрын

Ohhhh my how did you prepare?

@asyascoochie

Жыл бұрын

miso soup?

I watched this video and many others before my insertion on my first copper coil (iud). I ca not lie the pain of insertion was a lot and my doctor told me that’s common for women who haven’t experience child birth. The drive home I whimpered like an injured animal on every bump in the road. I took paracetamol just before my insertion which I recommend and give yourself a few hours afterwards to relax should the cramps hit . For me the bleeding, pain and spotting was constant for 2 months and I felt so lost and down but I stuck with it and as the months went by I seen the benefits. Now a year in my skin is the same as before, my weight is the same, my mood is stable/ normal for me, my periods are every other month very minor pain and light bleeding. Period pain prior to the coil was crippling where as now I can carry on with my life I’m not controlled by pain. For those who have just it inserted and can’t see the benefits yet stick with it they will come. And those debating is it worth getting I say hell yes

@shirleen_globe

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this I see you had discomfort for 2 months and you held on. This gives me hope. Mine is 8 days old and terrible, gassy too😔. But your comment has given me hope

@SuperSmurf17

Жыл бұрын

@@shirleen_globe sorry to hear that I hope your negative side effects go away soon. It has been the best thing for me but the first few weeks I won’t lie I debated if I made a mistake. But after the first two months till present day it’s the best health decision I ever made !! Hang in on there x

I haven’t had a child yet, I got mine at 19 and it hurt for 3 seconds and then I was fine. I had period cramps for 3 days but nothing to bad. I bled for a week though. It’s been a year now and my periods are normal and have been since month 5. I haven’t gained any weight and no babies! I love my IUD! (I have used the pill and the hormonal (Lilita)

@christina7702

3 жыл бұрын

Also I got mine at my local health department. I paid $25 for the visit and they gave it to me for free because I am a low income college student.

@ivonnacosta5868

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I also do not have kids and want a long term birth control especially without hormones.

I got my iud a few weeks ago and I literally felt nothing in the insertion the only pain that I had was some slight cramping for 2 days and even then it wasn’t severe it was maybe a 2-3 on pain level.

@andreaaburto4457

3 жыл бұрын

Hello I have a question. Have u ever has any piercings or tattoos is the pain worse than that or less than that?

@julitak3555

3 жыл бұрын

Mine was quite painful 😞 I had bad camps for the rest of the day. My doc told me that it's more painful for women which never had babies so that's probably why. But I prefer IUD over pills.

@korviscapetrova5269

3 жыл бұрын

@@andreaaburto4457 hi fellow internet friend, I have a tattoo on my rib and back and I have got a recent septum piercing (quite the pain tbh) compared to that the insertion of the IUD is similar to the septum piercing a pain of 4/10 for that moment and then cramping during the day 8 was given a cold icepack after that nothing really.

@kylaluvscats7727

3 жыл бұрын

@@andreaaburto4457 yeah i got a tattoo on my forearm and my ears pierced and it was worse than the iud in my experience. the iud was more aching, the piercing and tattoo were more stinging.

@kylaluvscats7727

3 жыл бұрын

@@julitak3555 I’m 20 and haven’t had children. What I did before the day of my insertion my bf and i did “the deed” in the morning and so perhaps my cervix was more relaxed. I also took a couple pain meds. Sorry about the pain☹️

I just got my IUD today! Nothing too bad cramping wise, but the insertion was nothing bad at all. Just a quick cramp and then went away once she was done. I have had cramps today mildly, but nothing too bad enough to take pain medication. I already had a pap 3 months ago, so not sure if that helped with the pain tolerance! Overall, I highly recommend!

$75 wow!! We are very lucky in the uk it’s free so we can pretty much test out every type to see what works. I’ve had the pill, the implant and now I have the injection which I’ve found is the best and I inject at home so I don’t have to go to the clinic every 3 months 😊 x

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

$75 is the cheapest too I believe. Some can be around $400, most are covered but still. That’s incredible that it’s free and available over there! So brave to inject at home. Glad you’ve been able to find an option that works great for you!! 🙌🏻❤️

@julissasarmiento6314

4 жыл бұрын

You guys are both lucky, I'm in the U.S & I currently don't have health insurance so getting an IUD would be between $800-1200 which is insane!!

@XI_ASMR

3 жыл бұрын

I paid 75 to have my Nexplanon removed and 350 to insert my Paragard, $425 total

@rawritsbreana

2 жыл бұрын

In the US and mine was covered by insurance, but if it wasn’t it would be just shy of $1,000

Thank you this is very helpful :) I am scared for the pain which is funny because I had a baby 6 weeks ago and I'm sure it's not going to hurt any worse than that did lol

@MikaylaGreenwood

3 жыл бұрын

Oh girl you are going to be fine!! I don't think anything can compare to childbirth 😂 you're a warrior!

@iyabomarvel8506

2 жыл бұрын

I got my IUD put in 6 weeks post partum. Ask Dr to numb your cervix.

I got my IUD yesterday and omg it was so painful. It took about a minute or two and the whole time I just wanted the doctor to remove all the tools from me. I'm so sore atm and it's only day two. Also, my anxiety was bad and I may have accidentally played a part in getting a nurse fired. I didn't know I had to take a pregnancy test so peed and then didn't have to pee when it came time for the test so she just said it was okay and that I could come back. She layed out a pregnancy test, the doctor came in, did his thing, and when I was leaving I asked,"So do I still have to pee in the cup?" She looked terrified and he looked...I don't even know but it was clear I said the wrong thing. Turns out she faked the results of my urine test. I was negative anyway, but you could just feel the tension in the room, though the doctor was really nice and didn't mention anything in front of me, it was clear the nurse messed up.

Just took my second Paragard out yesterday. I got it after my second child. 10 years with the first one and 9 with the second. I don’t want anymore birth control much less hormones. I’m pressuring my husband to get vasectomy. Dealt with it for 19 years, now his turn. Yes my periods were hell. Painful and extra heavy. I so excited for a regular period :)

I used to have such painful periods - 1 time I thought I was dying 😅 (that was my young brain being worried) Literally to the point where I started hyperventilating, throwing up and just have so so much pain, even after pain killers EVERY single month. Luckily it was only 1 day per cycle that I was feeling that and the other days were better to manage. Then I had the pill for about a year and after the pill my period was very mild just like during the time I was on the pill and that pain didn't come back. Now I have had a copper coil for 2 years but I just notice that it feels like I'm on my period for like have the cycle (not because of bleeding, but just because of random cramps) and it went back to hurting quite a bit... For me it also took about 7 months before the 7-day long periods of bleeding went away. Thank you for sharing your experience, it was helpful xx

Have you tried a menstrual cup? I was always so grossed out with it but having the mirena iud has made me more comfortable with my body so I gave the diva cup a try and it was the best decision I ever made! It really did change my life and my period life as I still get mine with my iud but it has changed the game and I wish I tried it sooner! It just makes everything so much easier to deal with! Just a thought :)

@MikaylaGreenwood

4 жыл бұрын

I have! I've been testing out the Saalt cup for a few months now. There is a lot of back and fourth about using a menstrual cup with an IUD so it's something I'm still a bit cautious about, even though I love the concept!

I just got a 5 year copper iud fitted this morning. This is my 2nd iud, my first being a 3 year hormonal one. This time the pain was not bad at all, first one was a lot worse. Some things I think helped were, codeine 45 mins before appointment, a nurse was there along with the doctor and she chatted to me the whole way through which was a really great distraction. Its been about 2 hours and I feel pretty great.

I've had my copper IUD for a month now. I love it so far. It didn't hurt at all, like on a scale from 1 to 10 it was maybe a 1.5. I've never had any kids either so that isn't the reason. I got it inserted about 3 days before my period started. I had spotting and some cramping for those few days before my period, but when my period came I didn't experience any additional cramping. It was just normal period cramps. I will say that my flow was definitely much heavier. Like twice as heavy it seemed, but I didn't have any cramping that was abnormal which surprised me a lot. After my period was over I didn't have any spotting after. I've had no cramps and no spotting since my period ended. I was able to feel the strings feeling a bit too long at first but now I don't have that feeling. My partner said he feels like maybe he could feel something but nothing to cause any discomfort or weirdness. Lol. I've had the mirena before and I only was able to keep it in for one month. I felt like I was having swelling in my legs and it made me feel uncomfortable so I had it removed. Also I went to a different gynecologist to get the mirena inserted and that time was very painful, on a scale from 1 to 10 it was about an eight. My new doctor was phenomenal and she gave me some medications that helped a whole bunch. I'm not having any problems at all from the paraguard And I wish I would have gotten it sooner!

I got mine in today, I had no insurance but with the good faith policy. I paid 640 for the insertion and the pelvic exam. I took two pills every two hours before the appointment. I also recommend doing it when you are on your period. Your uterus will be lubricated and it’s an easier time.