It's been described as 'traumatic' and 'excrutiating' to put in.The IUD, is a form of long-acting contraception, but many say it's unbearable to have it placed in their uterus.

Many say they aren't warned about the pain, and aren't offered any pain relief. Some practitioners are now trying to change that, offering pain relief in the form of the green whistle.

Guest: Dr Nisha Khot, Clinical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Peninsular Health