L.O.
I have a Mirena IUD also and I love it. I had really heavy periods and very painful cramps associated with it. I love my IUD for several reasons 1- I no longer worry about getting pregnant (like when I'm on antibiotics, etc) 2- I still have a slight pink period once every 4 weeks but it is TONZ lighter (hardly need any protection) 3- it's reduced my cramps to barely nothing. I've had it going on 3 yrs. I wish my previous doctor had recommended this after my first child 5 yrs ago, instead of a pill that made me have mini periods all month long (still bitter about that), but then I never would have gotten pregnant with my daughter who makes every day wonderful. Best of luck to you.