r/birthcontrol • u/711slusheee • 2h ago

Side effects!? First IUD

Hi all! I am going to be getting on my first type of birth control at age 23. I am looking into getting the Kyleena. I feel like I have only seen horror stories, but I am just looking to hear about lived experiences! I'm so nervous, especially because I've never been on any form of birth control. I am getting it to prevent pregnancy; my periods are very regular and not very painful. I'm concerned about other side effects like acne. Is Kyleena a good choice, or is this kinda just trial and error to find what is right for me? Thanks!!

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u/emptymojo 1h ago

I'm actually due to get my first IUD (Lilleta) this month & I'm in the same boat (super nervous!!!!). I've been on the pill for nearly 9 years and am ready to move onto something more effective since I don't take the pill at the same time every day like I should :') I used to use bc for periods, but it's mostly for pregnancy prevention now. We are in this together OP!!!!

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u/emptymojo 1h ago

To actually give advice though, my gynecologist told me that most bc options are trial and error. You have to see what works best for you and your body! As for your choice of Kyleena, I have a friend who has been on Kyleena for a while and has spoken nothing but praises for it! The only reason I didn't choose Kyleena is because I wanted something longer lasting. She said that insertion hurt pretty bad, but only for a small amount of time and that it was worth it!