"i started using the nuvaring because i was having severe menstrual cramps and heavy periods.  i have been using it for 6-7 months now and although it has worked wonderfully for the reasons i started taking it, the side effects are not worth it.  i have fatigue, 8-10 weight gain, widening of my hips, and about a 2 cup breast size increase.  what&#039;s worse is that a lot of the weight gain in around my abdomen so none of my clothes fit.  there is definitely a lack of energy that has interrupted my lifestyle.  
i think its true that nuvaring works for some women but not for others, just like any birth control.  for me, the experience has been more negative than positive so i am going to stop."