"the ring is the best birth control i have used. i had the pills but it was so hard to remember to take and i had the patch. i gained a lot of weight being on the patch but when i was on the ring, i was able to lose the weight and stay the same weight. it actually made my periods lighter and i barely have cramps. the only thing i have negative to say is i have constant discharge and it does not feel like a regular period. but i prefer the light bleeding then the harsh periods i use to have. i highly recommend but the ring is not for everyone."