birth control
"I'm a younger woman (18) and I got my ParaGard IUD about 2 and a half months ago. I really psyched myself out about insertion but mine was relatively painless with a super quick twinge. On hormonal birth control I experienced heightened depression and anxiety. I feel much more myself on ParaGard because there are no hormones involved. As for periods, I have experienced no cramping but 3-4 extremely heavy days (soaking a super plus tampon every hour and a half) and then 2-3 very light days. I've heard periods get better the longer you have had the IUD. I'm about to be a college freshman an university and I feel very confident in the efficacy of this device. Excited to be baby free for up to 12 years. Recommend for teens & anyone on the fence"