birth control
"Had ParaGard inserted in May of 2016 and so far loving it!!  Procedure was uncomfortable but not painful.   Did have my period but didn't take anything beforehand. Didn't even know you could take something to soften your cervix!  No cramping after.   First two periods were intense to say the least.   Very heavy bleeding but you know that will happen.   My period always had 1-2 heavy days.  Some spotting between periods. After the 3 month mark periods were better but the IUD did increase my period from 4 days to 7 days.   But only about 3 of those days are medium to heavy.   Would definitely recommend!!!"