Question: how long are you supposed to spot after getting an iud?
Answer: Copper IUD post insertion Your period will get about 20 – 50% heavier, longer and be more painful. This usually gets easier after 3 to 6 months. You can expect to have some cramps and bleeding/spotting (on and off bleeding or brown discharge) in the first few months but may be worse in the first 1 – 2 weeks.