Question for those with an IUD.

mrsconn23

I'm getting Mirena on Thursday.   What's the pain level with insertion?  Should I take 1 Vicodin or 2 before the appointment?

My mom's taking me and going to hang out and watch DefConn for a little bit afterward.   So there's no worries about me driving or being alone with the baby.

nicoleg1982

I've had worse periods and sex injuries.

thatgrrrrl

It'll be easier since you pushed a baby out of your cervix. When I had mine put in it was pretty bad but I'd never had my cervix dilated before. When I get it put in again (with my first post partum period) it'll be easier.

**O-Face**

Yeah, it is not Vicodin worthy really.  And I haven't had a kid (in a long time).

mrsconn23

OK.  The Dr told me to take one or two before my appt.

::shrugs:: Maybe I'll pop a couple ibuprofen.

nicoleg1982

Yes, Motrin is all you need.

**O-Face**

Or some valium.  lol.  It's just something you can breathe through, but the ibuprofen will help with cramping.

AuntFlo

I'm getting a the Paragard IUD next wednesday.   The nurse told me to start taking 600 mg of ibuprofen every 6 hours starting the night before insertion.

*Barbie*

The cramping with the Mirena was much worse for me pre-baby. Post baby (6 weeks postpartum) it was uncomforable, but not really painful. You should be fine with some Motrin, or 1 Vicodin, if you *really* want it. I drove myself home both times - I don't think it was any worse than PMS cramps.