mellowfish

Dear Annie,
You should not have a problem finding a practicioner willing to insert an IUD. It is preferable that you are married or in a mutually monagamous relationship, so to avoid any potential complications from STDs.
I have had my Paragard (copper bearing) for 17 months, without prior conception. You may want to consider that insertion may be a little more uncomfortable for you than for someone who has delivered vaginally or has had a D/C, as your aus (the opening in your cervix) has never dialated. The cramping I experienced immediately after the insertion and for the following two days was nearly unbearable. I also had quite a bit of discomfort accompanying the first few periods as well. However, with continued usage, cramps that accompany menstruation are minimal to nonexistant. My blood flow is heavier which sometimes leaves my weary; a balanced diet, light exercise/stretching, and adequate rest help a lot.
I consider these negatives a fair tradeoff for reliable, reversible birth control without the side effects and potential long term adverse effects that result from horomonal BC. On a personal note, after getting accustomed to having the IUD, I have gained immense pleasure in getting to know my body on a whole new level (things like normal cycle needs) without the interference of horomones telling it what to do. Hope this helps.