"as a birth control - i was on this for over 6 years with no problems. now i&#039;m back on to control my moods after 2 births. trying to get my hormones back in check. and i&#039;m not too happy. i feel like i have no energy and no libido. both of which could be due to the kids. however, my mood swings are back in check. i have gained a significant amount of weight in the year i&#039;ve been back on it (6lbs) despite no changes in diet or exercise. so overall it&#039;s doing what it should. but i wish i was me again. hopefully that will come. my husband is really sick of the no libido thing though."