My name is Marilia and here is my story.
Hi everybody!! My name is Marilia and here is my story. I had copper IUD on 2019, and was the…
“Had my Mirena IUD put in August 14th, 2023…” Heather’s Story
Had my Mirena IUD put in August 14th, 2023… After two weeks of what they say was “normal spotting” I…
“I got Paragard just over a month ago because I wanted to try the hormone-free option” Marissa’s Story
I got Paragard just over a month ago because I wanted to try the hormone-free option and two days after…
“I had the mirena iud implanted 16 years ago” Tiffany’s Story
I had the mirena iud implanted 16 years ago, a couple months after my son was born. A couple years…
“A year of roller coaster emotions and weird physiological functions” Felicity’s story
This year, has been a year of roller coaster emotions and weird physiological functions. I have had a really hard…
My 13-Year Copper IUD Journey: Unexpected Breakage and the Frustration of a Dismissive Doctor
I have had my Copper IUD in for 13 years and just went to the doctor to have it removed…
“Headaches, moodiness, irritability, cramps after menses, cravings, hot flashes, weight gain for one and half years.” Akua’s Story
I wonder why they still recommend birth control, I got on the implanon for 11 months. Got it removed after…
Weight gain, Brain Fog and Medical Gaslighting: Paragard IUD. Sarah’s Story
I have insomnia, spotting or bleeding most of the month. I've been to a therapist for the first time in my life due to crippling anxiety and depression that wasn't helped with meds.
Medical Gaslighting, Joint Pain, and Severe Fatigue. Mirena Crash-Fiona’s Story
I had a Mirena iud twice in my life. I was not told about any possible side effects, so I was largely unable to understand the full effects, each time. Each time I raised concerns, the doctors fully denied any association whatsoever. Mostly, I just felt alone & like I was the problem.
IUD MOVED. “Listen to your body …not the doctors!” Rhandi’s Story
I received the Mirena nearly two weeks ago. The pain of insertion was very similar to labor pains. It was intense and I was in shock after. Why is female pain ignored and disregarded as we'll get over it or get use to it?