Like everyone else, I am SO glad I came across this web-site. I ...

Like everyone else, I am SO glad I came across this web-site. I had the Mirena put in about 4 months ago, and it’s been quite a journey since then. I don’t have a horror story like some of the women have, but my experience hasn’t exactly been a walk in the park. I gained 18lbs in 2 months, I feel nausea all of the time, I look to be about 4 months pregnant, and I no longer recognize my period…it’s been different every month. The first month I think I bled 23 out of 30 days, the second month was 17 out of the 31 days, the third month I had light spotting for 6 days, then a regular period for another 7, and this month….well, we’ll just have to see what happens. Oh, and the nonexistent tolerance level, I can relate with that one, too. Of, course the doctors say “it’s normal” or “it’s not the Mirena”, but I know my body and this is definitely NOT normal!! Having a baby is not part of me and my husband’s 5 year plan, but we may just have to take our chances and go back to condoms.