"i had my implanon place feb 2011.  the procedure to place it was quick and painless.  prior to implanon i had been on the depo shot.  the insertion was less painful than the shot.  i just had the implant removed 10/2013.  i noticed sever mood swings right off the bat and went straight back to my doctor to have it removed.  we discussed options and i decided to take a mood stabilizer for the times when i felt extra b*tchy!   i spotted for a few days then had then had a period once every 3 months. for the next 3 years.  i did gain about 60 pounds over 2.5 years.  some of it was my eating and exercise habits and some of it i believe was implanon.  all and all it was a good experience, i just will not do it again."