"i got nexplanon in dec 2013. the insertion was painless and i only had a bruise for about a week. 2 weeks after i got it, i got my period which was super light and lasted for 10 days. it&#039;s almost feb 2014 and i haven&#039;t gotten a period since. i love nexplanon and highly recommend it! you don&#039;t have to worry about it for 3 years and it&#039;s the most reliable form of birth control. love it!"