Birth Control

IUD

Hear real people share their very real experiences with different methods of birth control.

IUD

"You know, you kinda have to bear through it until your uterus is like, 'okay, we're friends, we're gonna work together.'"

Apr 24, 2017

IUDs are super easy to use and super effective, but what does it really feel like to get one inserted? Excruciating pain, or just a little pinch? Intense cramping, or the discomfort of a pap smear?

Turns out it depends on the person. Watch different people talk about what getting an IUD was like for them.

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Ellie, 27, IUD

"I love being able to say I haven’t had a period since I was 17 years old."

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Tika, 19, IUD

"Honestly, I think it’s so worth it."

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Lindsay, 30, IUD

"I never even think about it being there."

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Mal, 30, IUD

"Take care of your vaginal health as much as you can."

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Johanna, 28, IUD and emergency contraception

"The likes far outweigh the don’t likes."

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