"i have been taking this pill for about 3 years now as birth control.  i was on yaz before this one and hated it.  my periods were awful and cramps were really bad.  since i have switched i have much lighter, if any, periods, and haven&#039;t gained any weight but my breasts have gotten bigger (went from a 34c to a 34d).  this definitely is a great pill if you want something that will decrease your period symptoms.  "