Depending on your pain tolerance, you might want to prep yourself thirty minutes before insertion of an IUD with 600 to 800 mg of ibuprofen. That is simply a suggestion, as many women tend to feel anything from a bit of cramping to a sharp pain during insertion—partly due to the fact that the IUD must pass through your cervix in order to be situated inside your uterus. Also ask your healthcare provider to give you local lidocaine to help numb the cervix to help lessen the discomfort.
However, I do believe there is a best time for an IUD insertion procedure, and that is immediately following your last period, as your cervix is more dilated during and right after your period.
While studies show that the IUD has made a serious comeback and tends to have the “highest patient satisfaction” amongst contraception users, there may be reasons why it’s not best in your particular case. As with any mode of contraception, it is always a good idea to discuss your risks and benefits with your health care provider.