birth control
"I have had my Mirena in for 21/2 weeks.  Before that I was on the pill for many years.  I am 36 and have had 2 kids by C-section.  My periods have been heavier since I had kids and I don't want to have any more.  I also have slightly high blood pressure.  Doc suggested we do Mirena because it is used to treat heavy periods, has no estrogen (which can contribute to high blood pressure) and circulates progesterone only in the uterus rather than systemically.  The insertion was...um...awful, but quick.  After that, just some cramping for the rest of the day and light spotting.  I few days later I actually woke up with a sex drive!!  Haven't had a period yet, but still have occasional cramps.  Over all, has been a good choice so far."