I had Paragard inserted 10 days ago and have yet to stop cramping and bleeding. The first day after insertion the cramping was unbearable. Since then it has been manageable and only comes and goes. The bleeding has been more like heavy spotting. Did anyone else cramp and bleed for this long after insertion? (Note: I have never been pregnant and this is my first experience with an IUD).

Also, the cramping and bleeding has seemed to pick up a little bit today, with the bleeding just slightly heavier. My period is not due for another week, but I’m wondering if it’s come early. It’s hard to tell when I’ve been bleeding/cramping all this time anyways! Thoughts?