[BanziBarn]

I used to be quite hesitant about this but due to having a problem where I absorb too much iron I had to have a pint taken every week for well over a year! Unfortunately the blood couldn't be donated but my point is that I'm now not particularly scared of the process.

Basically, you you feel the prick as the needle goes in, which isn't great, and is quite painful but it only lasts for a second and the rest of the process is pretty much painless.

After, you may feel a bit light headed, but not majorly. I coped with having it done every week so doing it every few months as a donation shouldn't be any problem at all.

I'd say, defiantly do it if you have the opportunity, it can save someone's life and all it costs you is a second of pain and some of your time!