I had it done last August while having Isla - i think they used clamps for mine. My recovery wasn't any different but can't comment on when periods happen as i haven't had one yet - still bf. Have to admit i am a bit nervous for when they return because you do hear quite a few people say they are more painful. My ob suggested a reason for this is that most peopl eare on the pill before having bubs and the pill make periods lighter and less painful anyway so once ladies have their tubes done and aren't on the pill anymire then their periods return to normal ie more painful than when they were on the pill. Not sure if this is true - just what my ob said.

Good luck with your choice

Julie x